***This giveaway is no longer accepting entries – see who won below!***
Thanks to random.org, these three ladies are getting a kick start to Mother’s Day: Traci (who inherited her mother’s worrying skills!), April (who got her mom’s love of shopping, travel and new things) and Stacy (who inherited the gift of being a good cook from her mom).
Because becoming a mom has mysteriously given Sherry the urge to learn how to sew (more on that here and here) we thought we’d use this pre-Mother’s Day giveaway to dish out TWO fabric-tastic prizes to THREE lucky winners. And they won’t have to sew a stitch because it has already been done for ’em. The first comes from City Chic Country Mouse, whose Etsy shop caters to those who want to inject a bit of chic to their chore list (not that any moms should be doing housework on Mother’s Day). Each of our three winners can choose from any of their colorful, graphic, and punchy ironing board covers, which will definitely cheer up any laundry room:
Plus those same three lucky winners get a double dose this week. A customized fabric wreath from a local Richmonder who puts her sewing prowess to work in her Etsy shop, Love Elaine is also on the agenda. While she’s got cool modern spins on aprons, quilts, and bags – her fabric wreaths are always a favorite. And yup, each winner gets to pick our their own colors.
- PRIZE: Any ironing board cover from City Chic Country Mouse and a custom fabric wreath from Love Elaine
- TO ENTER: Comment on this post with the words “SEW ME!” and…
- BONUS QUESTION: … tell us one quality you’re glad you inherited – or wish you had inherited – from your mother (or other parental type figure). Are you grateful she instilled strong family values? Or that she passed down her sense of style / fabulous cooking abilities? Or do you keep waiting for her sewing skills to kick in like Sherry?
- GIVEAWAY CLOSES: Wednesday, May 4th at 8pm EST
- NUMBER OF WINNERS: Three
- PRIZE SHIPS: The United States and Canada
- 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 morning for the announcement of our winners. Good luck…
Note: We weren’t paid or perk’d for hosting this giveaway, we just like rewarding our lovely readers! See our Giveaway FAQs page for more info. Pics from City Chic Country Mouse and Love Elaine.
Andrea S says
SEW ME!!
I inherited SOME sewing skills from my mother. I just wish I had also inherited my grandmother’s sewing skills too. That woman could alter patterns to make exactly what she wanted!!
emilyr says
“SEW ME!”
importance of family :)
CB says
SEW ME!
My mother sews and knits. She has taught me how to do both, I just need to start putting it into practice :)
Ashley says
Sew Me!!! I got my independent nature and strong-will from my Mother.
Kelsey D says
SEW ME! I have inherited my mother’s ability to be happy with who you are and be you to the best of your ability. My mom has had several hurdles thrown her way (brain surgery and the following recovery) in the last year and she hasn’t let it get her down. She continues to be amaze me with her positive attitude and determination! Anytime I think that I may not be “enough” in any way; I think of all that she has gone through and smile knowing she gave me her fighting spirit.
Amanda says
Those ironing covers are “sew me”, don’t you think Mom? Yes, Mom wants me to win.
Rachel says
SEW ME! I am so glad my parents taught me the value of hard work and responsibility.
Corley says
SEW ME
Glad my mom passed down her personality and my grandma her sewing skills!
Elisa says
SEW ME!
I wish I could say I got passed down her lovely voice, but I do like to think I inherited her good sense of humor. :’)
Melissa F. says
Sew me! My Mother instilled in me the need to always do what I feel is the right thing….whether it is popular or not.
Katie says
SEW ME!
My mom has taught me many things, but so far she has yet to teach me to sew. We give her all of our clothes that need a hole patched up or a hem sewn. She has made us curtains, pillows and my siblings and I were always wearing handmade clothes when we were little. I hope someday she can show me how!
Courtney says
Just like you, Sherry, I wish I had the sewing gift. My Mom sews like a professional (even my wedding dress!)… I have never given it a real shot. Even the idea of picking out which machine to buy seems intimidating to me. But, I am about to make my first set of no-sew curtains for our nursery, thanks to you guys’ tips!
Halley (Blunder Construction) says
SEW ME!! My mom is fantastic at crafting and cooking, and luckily most of it rubbed off on me. I’m still waiting for her patience to kick in… can’t get much done without it!
Abby says
SEW ME! I inherited my mum’s (and her father’s) glare. Huzzah! I’m sure it was more than that but we’ll see. It’s especially interesting seeing what my son has inherited from my mum’s dad (a lot of his mannerisms – already – and he’ll only be a year old this week).
Liz says
SEW ME!
I wish I had inherited my mother’s ability to separate “want” from “need” while shopping!
Bridget says
SEW ME!
I’m glad I inherited my mom’s love of cooking!
Cindy says
oh Brother! Sew ME! Happy Mom’s Day. You have much to be thankful for Sherry.
Victoria says
SEW ME!
I inherited my mom’s love for the Lord and family.
Cassidy mickelsen says
Sew Me! I am glad I got my mom’s kindness.
Breie Baldwin says
“SEW ME!” I am glad to have inherited my mother’s strong personality and big big heart! <3
Lauren says
SEW Me! I am so glad I inherited my Mother’s love of cooking and entertaining!
Megan says
SEW ME!
I am glad that in inherited my mom’s musicality- music can make any day better!
Stephanie says
SEW ME!
I’m super glad I got my mom’s fashion sense and her love of gardening and cooking. =)
Jennifer says
SEW ME!
I am glad to have my mother’s passion for teaching.. and wish I had ber beautiful, ageless skin!
Robin E says
SEW ME!
STRONG family values!!!!!
angela says
SEW ME!!
I inherited my mom thriftiness. Thanks mom!
Angela says
SEW ME!
WISH I had inherited skilled cooking and sewing abilities. Sigh.
Ruth says
SEW ME!
I inherited… ha! Her dancing. I even took dancing classes and was ok at it, but any time I hear music and start accidentally dancing (just sort of unconsciously moving to the music) I fall back into the awkward gyrations that are in my blood.
Lauren says
SEW ME! I love sewing, my mom taught me how and but I do hate ironing all the fabric before starting a project- this might make it more cheerful!
Sondra says
Sew me! I am so glad that I got my mom’s great hair. My dad is almost completely bald so I’m glad that I didn’t inherit that for sure. I also inherited a little bit (seriously, just a little bit of it) of her artistic vision. She is great at painting and sewing.
Kim says
SEW ME! Definitely my mom’s kind heart. She opens up her home to strangers and always make an effort to make you feel welcome. If I even get half of her kindness, I’ll consider myself lucky!
kyla says
SEW ME…the strong value in family and friendships, and making sure the ones you love, know it!
Jacqueline says
SEW ME!
Like Sherry… I am waiting for those sewing skills as my mom is a Home Ec teacher. I’m also a teacher… on call today in HOME EC! haha… Wish me luck.
J.
Tracy says
SEW ME! I am obsessed with ironing – weird I know, but how much more fun would it be with a funky cover!
I am so blessed to have inherited my mom’s ability to multitask!
Allison Brown says
SEW ME!
I’m glad my mom passed down her ability to talk to anyone. When I was younger I was annoyed when mom had to talk to all 50 people in the grocery store and now I find myself doing the same thing!
sara m says
SEW ME!
My mom is a counselor and is very non-judgey. I don’t know that I inherited that quality, but I strive to be like her. It makes me appreciate how strong our relationship is (and was while I was a teenager). I hear stories about my friends’ moms and I am horrified the way they treat each other emotionally.
Robin A says
SEW ME!
I’ve inherited my dad’s hair and my mom’s sweet tooth! :)
Lauren F. says
SEW ME!
Mandy says
SEW ME!
My grandmother’s knack for crocheting (although I wish I would have kept it up, because I can’t do it anymore) and my mom’s way of cooking :)
Katrina says
Sew Me!
I’m happy that my mom shared her love of craftiness – sewing, knitting, beading, etc – she taught me all of them. She was my middle school home economics teacher after all!
Kathie says
Sew Me!
I wish I had inherited my mom’s green thumb. But I did get her strong work ethic and love of books, as well as her mean forehand on the tennis court.
lara says
Sew Me!
I wish I could sew better! I have the same problems with machines! I should take a class! Also, I wish I could knit!
Roya says
SEW ME!
I wish I had inherited my mom’s skin! Since that is impossible now, I wish I learn to be more courageous in life like her.
Chrissy says
SEW ME!
I’m glad I inherited my mom’s artistic ability! I went on to art school and now am a High School Art Teacher! My wedding was also almost completely DIY!!
Ashley G says
SEW ME! I wish I was as saintly and outward focused as my mother!
Kelsey B says
SEW ME!! She definitely passed on the hospitality gene as I love to party-plan and invite friends over for any occassion.
karen thompson says
Sew Me!!! Thanks for a fun giveaway <3
Jessica Diamond says
SEW ME!
I wish I would have inherited the sewing part but I’m glad I inherited the cooking part.
Kylia West says
SEW ME! I hope I inherited teh ability she has to be strong and at peace in the midst of having a life thretening illness
Kim @ girlevolving says
SEW ME!!!
I inherited my mom’s love for things domestic – cleaning, cooking, whatever. I LOVE being home and get energy from “chores.”