I’m super excited to host a giveaway today. Not just any giveaway, but a birthday giveaway. It’s my blogging birthday this week, and you all get the gifts! I’m putting together 3 identical packages for 3 lucky readers. The gifts will include items from some of my favorite friends and brands that I’ve been so lucky to meet and partner with along the way:
+ Design Mom’s new book
– I loved being a part of Gabby’s Living With Kid’s series. Also, my home is featured in her book. GASP!
+ A Charm Pendant Light from The Land of Nod
-It was such a dream to collaborate with the Land of Nod and have my home featured
in their catalog. They are the coolest.
+ The Alem Scarf by FashionABLE
-I love fashionABLE. Yes, their scarves, but even more their heart and the
opportunities they provide for women in Africa. My heart has been decorated by
this brand.
+ Free Fall to Fly book by Rebekah Lyons
-Rebekah is one of my very best friends and her book a favorite. Her words written
and in conversation have been such a light in my life.
I’m also including a few little surprises, not listed, in each gift box. Entering is easy (even if you don’t do social media).
Click through to enter.
Here is how to enter /
Good luck, Lovelies!
Joyce An
Commented on April 16th, 2015 at 2:50pm
Honestly, I think I like the quick hits! When you’re going through multiple blogs and multiple social media sites, I think it’s safe to say that you want to see the good pictures, the good words, and the good insight and go from there. Love your blog!
Maren
Commented on April 16th, 2015 at 2:55pm
I love pretty images, but I also love hearing from the blogger and longer blog posts are a chance to get to know them better.
Lou Ann
Commented on April 16th, 2015 at 3:34pm
I like a good mix of both – the pretty and the wordy. ;)
Chantelle C
Commented on April 16th, 2015 at 3:37pm
Pretty pictures are all that are needed to grab my attention, but a few musings are usually quite interesting too!
Leah
Commented on April 16th, 2015 at 3:44pm
I enjoy pretty visuals and inspiration that include related curated original content. I will read longer posts with some life-related topics, but am more inclined if beautiful images and the above is incorporated.
Kate
Commented on April 16th, 2015 at 4:08pm
I love blogs with words and musing that inspire thought, creativity and gratitude.
corinne watson
Commented on April 16th, 2015 at 5:36pm
quick hit of pretty is my favorite. I’m a graphic designer, so I am always looking at aesthetics and layout!
Jessica R.
Commented on April 16th, 2015 at 5:53pm
I love looking at pretty pictures, but I also like long content (depends on the topic)…a good mix of the two!
Jessica R.
Commented on April 16th, 2015 at 5:59pm
I prefer Instagram.
lisa thomson-the great escape
Commented on April 16th, 2015 at 7:22pm
Happy Blog Birthday!! I love both pictures and your words are lovely, too! So, both. What a wonderful gift box idea to celebrate. Thanks for a chance to win. :)
Nancie Nelson Bartly
Commented on April 16th, 2015 at 8:45pm
BOTH! Not too many words but definitely some. And pretty pics.Pics sprinkled through out. You do a great balance.
Jordan Troublefield
Commented on April 16th, 2015 at 10:15pm
Pretty pictures-visuals are BIG with me… not too wordy but enough content to portray your ideas/ grasp my attention for a few minutes
Jordan Troublefield
Commented on April 16th, 2015 at 10:19pm
@Jordan Troublefield, Blogs vs Instagram. Too tough — Instagram?
Joanne
Commented on April 16th, 2015 at 10:48pm
I love beautiful images, and they are definitely what catches my eye and gets me to look at a post, but I like some text, too, especially if it is funny or sincere and meaningful.
annaliese
Commented on April 16th, 2015 at 11:11pm
Depends on the blog: if the point is that you have something to say, I’ll read it (if I’ve subscribed in the first place). But if the point of the blog is photos of pretty things, then I prefer it left at that. I’ve enjoyed yours and you seem to have a good grasp of what’s appropriate!
annaliese
Commented on April 16th, 2015 at 11:17pm
I prefer blogs and reserve instagram for family, friends. Just my preference!
Monica
Commented on April 17th, 2015 at 2:48am
I love images and a good read,,,,,,,,,,xxx
PS the giveaway only for the US? and the UK lovelies?
Amanda
Commented on April 17th, 2015 at 5:00am
Happy blogiversary! Love your writing and thanks for the giveaway!
Lisa
Commented on April 17th, 2015 at 6:35am
I like a mix of pretty and musings. It’s a great way to start my day!
jill c.
Commented on April 17th, 2015 at 1:37pm
i like both…but as long as the words aren’t so lenghty….tight on time with work and two small kids makes any lengthy reading nearly impossible for me.
Holly E
Commented on April 17th, 2015 at 2:25pm
I love reading other people’s ideas and thoughts, even though pretty pictures are nice.
Holly E
Commented on April 17th, 2015 at 2:29pm
I don’t prefer Instagram. I don’t find it to be very user friendly.
Denise M
Commented on April 17th, 2015 at 2:50pm
I like pics and words, although i am new convert to instagram
Stacy
Commented on April 17th, 2015 at 3:01pm
Awesome giveaway!
Janet
Commented on April 17th, 2015 at 3:05pm
Happy Birthday! Love the giveaway!!
Janet
Commented on April 17th, 2015 at 3:09pm
I like blogs.
bianca
Commented on April 17th, 2015 at 3:33pm
I like a little of both:). Just depends on my mood…or my week.
bianca
Commented on April 17th, 2015 at 3:39pm
I like both instagram and blogs. I think blogs are a bit more personal, which I would have to say tips the scale slightly(towards blogs). I think on a whole, society is getting PRETTY lazy when we don’t want to have to read a longer blog post. Besides, one can’t post tutorials or room makeovers on instagram, which are two of my favorite things.
Marjolaine
Commented on April 17th, 2015 at 4:30pm
I love a mix of both. Beautiful pictures with a little bit of what the blogger thinks! :)
Anna V
Commented on April 17th, 2015 at 9:45pm
I like a little of both. Pretty pictures are wonderful and can offer great ideas, but there also is a lot of inspiration in the written word. Thanks for the giveaway opportunity. happy blogging b-day!
Anna V
Commented on April 17th, 2015 at 9:47pm
oh, and i prefer blogs over instagram!
taylor olson
Commented on April 17th, 2015 at 9:48pm
i prefer instagram over blogs mostly because its easier to access pretty pictures and interact with other bloggers. i also like it more because its accessible on mobile devices
taylor olson
Commented on April 17th, 2015 at 9:51pm
i prefer blogs that have less words because it makes it easier to get inspired
taylor olson
Commented on April 17th, 2015 at 9:54pm
i prefer blogs that have less words because it makes it easier to get inspired. if there is less word, you don’t have to read as much to feel inspired
D Sims
Commented on April 17th, 2015 at 10:19pm
If the post is about products or fashion I look at the pictures and ignore the text. If there is only one photo (or none at all) I take the time to read the whole post (sometimes in that moment, otherwise later when I have time.)
Anna
Commented on April 17th, 2015 at 10:46pm
Great give aways! Thanks!!
Rachel
Commented on April 18th, 2015 at 9:03am
I prefer visual blogs
Erin
Commented on April 19th, 2015 at 4:32pm
I love a little of both. Love getting to know the blogger behind the images posted – love hearing about people’s point of view and how it shapes their world.
Jo
Commented on April 19th, 2015 at 6:31pm
To me, a blog isn’t really a blog without some words, heart, and musings. There are plenty of places to just get a pretty fix, but blogs are best when they go a bit deeper.
Meegan
Commented on April 19th, 2015 at 8:55pm
I like a little a both. Some days that are heavy on eye candy and other days that really help me connect to the writer through words!
Meegan
Commented on April 19th, 2015 at 8:57pm
I love blogs! I check them more!
Susan
Commented on April 20th, 2015 at 12:20am
I like visually appealing blogs with great pictures :) draws me in
Dianne
Commented on April 20th, 2015 at 12:32am
I like to read blogs.. Instagram is fun but I like blogs with great entries more :)
heather
Commented on April 20th, 2015 at 8:31am
this looks like so much fun- a real gift! thank you for sharing all these goodies! i love to find a new post on your blog and i’m so glad you’ve continued in this space! :)
heather
Commented on April 20th, 2015 at 8:35am
i like blogs with both lovely and personal bits. both inspire, but the words allow us to “get to know” the soul behind the lovely…and that may be the loveliest of all. :)
Cindy A.
Commented on April 20th, 2015 at 9:01am
I like a mix of both.
Cindy A.
Commented on April 20th, 2015 at 9:03am
I like Instagram, but I definitely prefer blogs.
angela
Commented on April 20th, 2015 at 10:03am
i like the longer ones—i like the perspective and unique points of view that come w/ the images.
Rachel
Commented on April 20th, 2015 at 12:28pm
Happy BDAY!!! Thanks for the giveaway (:
Carla Morgan
Commented on April 20th, 2015 at 9:20pm
I prefer more information in blog posts.
Kelly D
Commented on April 20th, 2015 at 9:25pm
I enjoy reading about life related topics, they always draw me in.
Kenny
Commented on April 21st, 2015 at 12:15am
I like visual inspiration from pictures. I prefer Instagram just because it is so easy to check.
krystal
Commented on April 21st, 2015 at 8:34am
I like it when bloggers get personal and share a bit about themselves and their homes…..and definitely have to have the pretty visual to go along with it….just like icing on a cake :)
krystal
Commented on April 21st, 2015 at 8:36am
I LOVE Instagram. Pictures are so important to me so I really relate to Instagram. But I have to say I would be terribly depressed if there were no blogs. Blogs is where you really get the good info whether it be personal, decor related or other fun stuff you share with us.
Mandy Campbell
Commented on April 21st, 2015 at 5:45pm
I love both!
Mandy Campbell
Commented on April 21st, 2015 at 5:47pm
ditto to instagram and blogs!! I love all the internet things!
Denise
Commented on April 21st, 2015 at 11:35pm
Personally I prefer blogs; also I like deep writing vs just pictures
Nicki
Commented on April 22nd, 2015 at 1:20am
It depends- some days I scroll through Instagram non stop and some days I like to read a lot of blog posts- I can’t choose!! And I like pictures because I am interested in photography and they pull me in
Niki
Commented on April 22nd, 2015 at 1:42pm
i like blogs with beautiful photos and a great message to go with it!
Priscilla
Commented on April 22nd, 2015 at 4:35pm
I like a combination of both, but not too wordy.
Sarah
Commented on April 22nd, 2015 at 7:26pm
I love good pictures but I also like a bit of writing to tag along with it.
Kim
Commented on April 22nd, 2015 at 10:54pm
What a fun giveaway! Love your blog
Patricia Cook
Commented on April 22nd, 2015 at 10:55pm
Love beautiful blogs with lots of big pics, and Instagram too!!
D Sims
Commented on April 23rd, 2015 at 2:24pm
I like hearing personal anecdotes, thoughts, etc as long as it stays on topic and doesn’t get too drawn out.
Katie
Commented on April 23rd, 2015 at 3:50pm
Words!!! Preferably mixed with gorgeous eye candy :)
Katie
Commented on April 23rd, 2015 at 3:52pm
Hmmm most days instagram, but every once in a while I just want to sit and devour some blogs!
emily
Commented on April 24th, 2015 at 5:46am
congrats on the blogging birthday!