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Young House Love » Giveaways » Fab Freebie: We’ve Got An Announcement

| By John Petersik | July 26, 2010 | 1,975 Comments

Fab Freebie: We’ve Got An Announcement

***This giveaway is no longer accepting entries***

Here’s our announcement: people are awesome! We’re still amazed by all of the congrats, love, and generosity that have been flung our way since Clara’s birth. Seriously, we just can’t say “thank you” enough. But perhaps this week’s giveaway counts as one way that we’re showing our gratitude… by paying it forward a bit for you guys at home.

See, we hadn’t really ever planned to do formal birth announcements for Clara. But then our email buddy Mollie from The Paper Cafe (who we befriended way-back-when during this address stamper giveaway) insisted that we accept her baby gift to us: complimentary announcements from her vendor Take Note! Designs. We happily accepted on the condition that she (and Sarah from Take Note!) do another giveaway with us so our readers could share in the freebie fun… and thus today’s freebie was born. Which is awesome because, well, the designs are awesome.

Take Note Designs Collage

So one of you is gonna win $100 towards any order from Take Note! Designs (plus everyone else will be scoring a discount on Thursday!). Even if you don’t have a baby to announce, you could grab a Benjamin’s worth of invitations, thank you notes, holiday cards, or other greetings. And if you’re anything like us, you’ll have a rough time picking out just one design.

Take Note Other Designs

We finally did manage to agree on a design for our big Clara announcement, and here’s how it all turned out (thanks again to our friend Dana Duncan for taking such a sweet picture of our then one-week-old little girl).

Take Note Clara's Announcem

Now for this week’s full entry details:

  • PRIZE: $100 towards anything from Take Note! Designs courtesy of Sarah at Take Note! and Mollie at The Paper Cafe.
  • TO ENTER: Comment on this post with the words “I’VE GOT AN ANNOUNCEMENT!” and…
  • BONUS QUESTION: … complete that phrase with any statement you’d like to make. Do you want to proclaim your love for someone to the world? Do you have a secret that’s just burning to be blurted out? Or maybe a baby, graduation, promotion, move, or engagement to announce?
  • GIVEAWAY CLOSES: Wednesday, July 28th at 8pm EST
  • NUMBER OF WINNERS: One
  • PRIZE SHIPS: The 50 United States and Canada
  • USUAL STUFF: One entry per e-mail address is permitted. The winner will be selected using random.org and announced on Thursday. Good luck!

See our Giveaway FAQs page for more info. Pics from The Paper Cafe and Take Note! Designs.

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Comments

  1. Avatar for Megan DMegan D says

    July 26, 2010 at 1:44 pm

    I’VE GOT AN ANNOUNCEMENT … we’re having a boy! He is due November 10th :)

    Reply
  2. Avatar for LizzyLizzy says

    July 26, 2010 at 1:46 pm

    I’VE GOT AN ANNOUNCEMENT!

    I really don’t, unfortunately. Life is pretty uneventful around here even with three kids, two cats and a dog.

    Reply
  3. Avatar for liz @ bontempsbeignetliz @ bontempsbeignet says

    July 26, 2010 at 1:46 pm

    I’VE GOT AN ANNOUNCEMENT! As soon as we’re finished with our kitchen we’ll have a house warming party… even though we’ve lived here for 2 years! I’m just happy I don’t have to wash dishes and strain my pasta out in the bathroom sink.

    Reply
  4. Avatar for AmandaAmanda says

    July 26, 2010 at 1:47 pm

    I’ve got an announcement: I’m due in March!

    This would be perfect!

    Reply
  5. Avatar for EcochicEcochic says

    July 26, 2010 at 1:48 pm

    I’VE GOT AN ANNOUNCEMENT:

    I am 2/3 done my M.Sc, and does it ever feel good!

    Reply
  6. Avatar for AllisonAllison says

    July 26, 2010 at 1:48 pm

    I’VE GOT AN ANNOUNCEMENT!and it’s a bouncing baby boy due in November!

    Reply
  7. Avatar for LizLiz says

    July 26, 2010 at 1:49 pm

    I’VE GOT AN ANNOUNCEMENT!!
    We’re expecting our first baby in 6 weeks and these would be perfect to announce his arrival!

    Reply
  8. Avatar for EmilyEmily says

    July 26, 2010 at 1:49 pm

    “I’VE GOT AN ANNOUNCEMENT!”

    What beautiful designs! We are expecting our first baby in November, so would love to use these to announce the birth.

    Reply
  9. Avatar for KristenKristen says

    July 26, 2010 at 1:49 pm

    I’VE GOT AN ANNOUNCEMENT…I, too, have a new little one who is going without birth announcements, unless I happen to win them as a giveaway!

    Reply
  10. Avatar for Amanda H.Amanda H. says

    July 26, 2010 at 1:49 pm

    I’VE GOT AN ANNOUNCEMENT… I think I may have dropped a jean size :D

    Reply
  11. Avatar for CordiaCordia says

    July 26, 2010 at 1:50 pm

    I’ve Got An Announcement!

    Reply
  12. Avatar for JordanJordan says

    July 26, 2010 at 1:50 pm

    I’VE GOT AN ANNOUNCEMENT!

    I would LOVE to win this to announce the birth of my first baby coming later this year!

    Reply
  13. Avatar for GwenGwen says

    July 26, 2010 at 1:50 pm

    I’VE GOT AN ANNOUNCEMENT!!!
    I’d love to be able to send out personalized Christmas cards this year. My husband and I have never sent out photo cards during the holidays!

    Reply
  14. Avatar for Sara ESara E says

    July 26, 2010 at 1:50 pm

    I’VE GOT AN ANNOUNCEMENT! and no, mom, I’m not pregnant!:)

    Reply
  15. Avatar for ChristineMarieChristineMarie says

    July 26, 2010 at 1:51 pm

    I’VE GOT AN ANNOUNCEMENT!

    …or at least I hope we have an announcement to make in a few months. If you know what I mean ;)

    Reply
  16. Avatar for Robyn in ChicagoRobyn in Chicago says

    July 26, 2010 at 1:51 pm

    I’VE GOT AN ANNOUNCEMENT!

    and I promised I wouldn’t tell……….

    Reply
  17. Avatar for AshleyAshley says

    July 26, 2010 at 1:51 pm

    I’VE GOT AN ANNOUNCEMENT!

    I don’t have one at all! But I would think of one just so I could use those super cute cards!

    Reply
  18. Avatar for Melissa GibneyMelissa Gibney says

    July 26, 2010 at 1:51 pm

    I’VE GOT AN ANNOUNCEMENT!……I’m going to be an AUNT again!
    I hope to use these for my sister’s new baby due in January!

    Reply
  19. Avatar for ShrutiShruti says

    July 26, 2010 at 1:53 pm

    I’ve got an announcement—I’m attempting my first painting project ever in life in a few months. Lord help us.

    Reply
  20. Avatar for ErinErin says

    July 26, 2010 at 1:53 pm

    I’VE GOT AN ANNOUNCEMENT!

    We’ve moved (4 months ago!) and still haven’t shared our new address with the extended family :)

    Reply
  21. Avatar for ValVal says

    July 26, 2010 at 1:54 pm

    “I’VE GOT AN ANNOUNCEMENT!” …..My 3rd born is turning 4 and I can’t believe “my baby” is going to be 4 already!!! Time does really go by too fast!

    Reply
  22. Avatar for KellyKelly says

    July 26, 2010 at 1:54 pm

    I’VE GOT AN ANNOUNCEMENT…I’m due in November! This is perfect!

    Reply
  23. Avatar for KimKim says

    July 26, 2010 at 1:54 pm

    “I’VE GOT AN ANNOUNCEMENT!” I’m due Oct 1st and can’t wait to meet my baby! :)

    Reply
  24. Avatar for ChristyChristy says

    July 26, 2010 at 1:54 pm

    I’VE GOT AN ANNOUNCEMENT! We’re having a wedding ceremony!

    Reply
  25. Avatar for KaraKara says

    July 26, 2010 at 1:54 pm

    I’VE GOT AN ANNOUNCEMENT! The hubs and I just booked a trip to Hawaii for a month!! Does that count?! :-)

    Reply
  26. Avatar for AshleyAshley says

    July 26, 2010 at 1:55 pm

    I’VE GOT AN ANNOUNCEMENT… we’re getting married! But possibly equally exciting, I’ve just convinced my fiance that we can diy a bathroom reno, a la young house love!

    Reply
  27. Avatar for Lindsay W.Lindsay W. says

    July 26, 2010 at 1:55 pm

    “I’VE GOT AN ANNOUNCEMENT!” : When we’re done remodeling our main bathroom I intend to host a potty-themed party!

    Reply
  28. Avatar for EmilyEmily says

    July 26, 2010 at 1:55 pm

    I’VE GOT AN ANNOUNCEMENT!

    My second baby boy is due to arrive in less than 7 weeks!!

    Reply
  29. Avatar for Melissa CarpenterMelissa Carpenter says

    July 26, 2010 at 1:56 pm

    I’VE GOT AN ANNOUNCEMENT! My husband is on his way home for a 2-week business trip and can’t wait to kiss his face!

    Reply
  30. Avatar for BrittaBritta says

    July 26, 2010 at 1:56 pm

    “I’VE GOT AN ANNOUNCEMENT!”… I’m having my first baby! Due January 5th!

    Reply
  31. Avatar for Emily in DallasEmily in Dallas says

    July 26, 2010 at 1:56 pm

    I’VE GOT AN ANNOUNCEMENT!

    I hope to have a pretty big one soon :)

    Reply
  32. Avatar for TriciaTricia says

    July 26, 2010 at 1:57 pm

    I’VE GOT AN ANNOUNCEMENT!…..I heard my babies heart beat for the first time today and I am thrilled!!!

    Reply
  33. Avatar for VaeaVaea says

    July 26, 2010 at 1:57 pm

    I’VE GOT AN ANNOUNCEMENT!

    Those cards are just so cute! I’m sure I’ll find the perfect way to use them! :)

    Reply
  34. Avatar for AngelaAngela says

    July 26, 2010 at 1:58 pm

    I’VE GOT AN ANNOUCEMENT!…I’m going to be a mommy in two months! Can’t wait to meet my little guy.

    Reply
  35. Avatar for Christina R.Christina R. says

    July 26, 2010 at 1:58 pm

    I’VE GOT AN ANNOUNCEMENT!

    I am having a girl, Madelyn Grace, due on November 6th! :) This would be perfect to announce the birth of our first child!

    Reply
  36. Avatar for TashaTasha says

    July 26, 2010 at 1:58 pm

    IVE GOT AN ANNOUNCEMENT. . .
    my baby girl is turning 1 is Sept and these would be perfect!!

    Reply
  37. Avatar for Erin RErin R says

    July 26, 2010 at 1:58 pm

    I’VE GOT AN ANNOUNCEMENT!

    We bought our first house!!!!!!

    Reply
  38. Avatar for ChelseaChelsea says

    July 26, 2010 at 1:58 pm

    I’VE GOT AN ANNOUNCEMENT….only a few more touch ups and we’ll finally be ready for a house warming party!

    Reply
  39. Avatar for Amy S.Amy S. says

    July 26, 2010 at 1:59 pm

    I’ve got an announcement…we’re starting our journey towards international adoption!

    Reply
  40. Avatar for HilaryHilary says

    July 26, 2010 at 1:59 pm

    I’VE GOT AN ANNOUNCEMENT!

    We are waiting to close on our house and can’t wait to start remodeling!

    Reply
  41. Avatar for kristinkristin says

    July 26, 2010 at 2:00 pm

    I’VE GOT AN ANNOUNCEMENT!

    i usually design/print my friends announcements, and i have a feeling she wants one with a photo printed on it as well. i just do letterpress, so this would be perfect (her baby was born last thurs :) )

    Reply
  42. Avatar for Victoria DeVeaugh-GeissVictoria DeVeaugh-Geiss says

    July 26, 2010 at 2:00 pm

    I’VE GOT AN ANNOUNCEMENT!

    My sis is having a baby and could use these beauties for the shower. :)

    Reply
  43. Avatar for EmilyEmily says

    July 26, 2010 at 2:00 pm

    I’ve got an announcement – i’m almost done renovating my new condo! thanks to you for inspiring me to DIY!

    Reply
  44. Avatar for AnnikaAnnika says

    July 26, 2010 at 2:00 pm

    I’VE GOT AN ANNOUNCEMENT…my final year of grad school is finally here!

    Reply
  45. Avatar for MicheleMichele says

    July 26, 2010 at 2:00 pm

    I’VE GOT AN ANNOUNCEMENT!

    I am having a baby!!! Lil E is due January 8, 2011! So excited!!!

    Reply
  46. Avatar for AmyMAmyM says

    July 26, 2010 at 2:02 pm

    I’VE GOT AN ANNOUNCEMENT! I just got married! :)

    Reply
  47. Avatar for Chelsy MontanChelsy Montan says

    July 26, 2010 at 2:02 pm

    I’VE GOT AN ANNOUNCEMENT

    I am a newlywed!!

    Reply
  48. Avatar for SarahSarah says

    July 26, 2010 at 2:02 pm

    I’VE GOT AN ANNOUCEMENT!!! I LOVE SUMMER (and this has been a great one so far!)!

    Reply
  49. Avatar for Cat@BudgetBlonde[email protected] says

    July 26, 2010 at 2:02 pm

    I’ve got an announcement! I love my hubs and you adorable YHL-ers are giving us baby fever!

    Reply
  50. Avatar for AliAli says

    July 26, 2010 at 2:02 pm

    I HAVE AN ANNOUNCEMENT! I love my two beautiful children and would love to personalize some stationary for them.

    Reply
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