Berry Beautiful GIVEAWAY
June 4, 2009
Thanks to the folks over at CSN Stores, I was honored to choose an item from their line of products to giveaway on my site. So one of you will be the lucky recipient of this lovely white earthenware Lenox Berry Bowl, which retails on the CSN Stores site for $60. It includes the silver serving spoon !
One can never have enough white ceramic decor, right? This piece is designed to be used as a table worthy colander, but this bowl is actually quite versatile. You can use it all summer long to wash your freshest berries, and it will come in especially handy for your Fourth of July soiree. But you’ll never put it away. Why?
This autumn, you could use this bowl to display a festive pumpkin in your home, or on your Thanksgiving table. See ?
Then during the Christmas season, you might fill it with ornaments for your best holiday dinner party:
Better yet, before summer is out, you should line it with plastic, fill it with ice, and take it to the beach. Don’t forget the limes:
** special thanks to my brother Nate for his Photoshop skills **
Now that you’re convinced this will be a delightful addition to your home, you need to do two simple things to be eligible for this most splendid giveaway.
In a comment, you must:
1) Visit the platform beds link at CSN Stores and tell me which one of their platform beds you would use in your home. No obligation to buy friends, just visit the link.
2) In your comment, copy and paste yet another link to a fabulous DIY project. Bonus points if it’s yours.
That’s all folks.
Remember, I am amassing a collection of your original DIY projects in the Links Library on my website with a link to your site, so don’t hesitate to prop yourself up. If you’re not in the mood for self-promotion, you can still qualify by including a link to a DIY project that lately has inspired you. (No fair linking to one of mine, though I would be most flattered.)
Tell all your friends so they can get in on the giveaway. Eligibility ends at 8 p.m. PST on Sunday. The winner will be chosen at random by Random.org and announced on Monday morning.
Have a most relaxing weekend.
What a neat store and beautiful bowl! I'm drooling over the Charlotte low profile sleigh bed. We're losing our guest room furniture to make room for a kids room, and that bed would be great to turn the office into a guest room.
What a gorgeous bowl! I love the Copley Collection platform bed. I have a very similar nightstand to the one in the picture, so it would match perfectly.
I just posted, on my blog yesterday, a little DIY project I finished, no tutorial though. I still have three chairs to go, but the first recovered chair turned out pretty nice.
http://craftingwithcathair.blogspot.com/2009/06/wips-and-kitchen-projects.html
I would definitely have the Charlotte bed. Adorable! Love the style of it.
http://vanillalavender.blogspot.com/2009/05/weekend-project.html
Thanks!
Cute bowl! I like the Concorde Bed.
And love this recent DIY post…
http://downandoutchic.blogspot.com/2009/06/diy-michael-miller-say-hello-to-vintage.html
Great bowl! I really like the Modus Lucca Platform Storage Bed. So practical, but chic!
And, this is my latest DIY project:
http://weddedwhims.blogspot.com/2009/06/mid-century-mod-makeover.html
I love the Wilshire canopy bed…It looks very similar to mine!
Love the giveaway… here in Florida we can use it year round as your summer option.
Here is a link to my favorite rehab projects I did about a year ago.
http://therapybydecor.blogspot.com/2009/04/new-look-for-old-piece.html
~M
Well, of course we all want that bowl, it's beautiful. The Wilshire canopy bed is pretty, even though I'm not a platform bed girl.
And here's one of my favorite projects. Modernizing a Vintage Lamp: http://southernhospitality-rhoda.blogspot.com/2008/01/modernizing-vintage-lamp.html
That is a berry neice bowl! I would choose the lifestyle solutions retro platform bed.
I stumbled upon this blog yesterday and I almost choked on my cereal when I saw what she did everyone check this out!
http://whimsies-whatnots.blogspot.com/search/label/Home%20Improvement
Wonderful giveaway! I would purchase the Wilshire Platform Canopy Bed. I have a thing for four poster beds.
For the project, I will be starting on this for my sunroom this month http://www.lowescreativeideas.com/idea-library/projects/Hanging_Bed_in_Sunroom_0508.aspx?link=hanging2&campid=LWS_WWMAYB051408&email=scadlegal@yahoo.com&source=email
I think it is super cool and can't wait to see how it turns out!
Lovely bowl! My favorite bed was the Hillsdale Wilshire bed. I think my Bootlegged Ballard Designs No Sew Iron On Pillows would look fabulous with it :). http://bethcrabtreehunter.blogspot.com/2009/06/bootlegged-ballard-designs-drop-cloth.html
Any of bed of mine has got to have legs, so I'd go with the Modus – Nevis Espresso Platform Bed. I like the idea of storage drawers underneath but not particularly the look I'm going for.
Here's a painted-kitchen-cabinets project from April :)
I'm loving the Lea – Elite Rhapsody Platform Bed. It would be perfect in a office!! Also my husband and I are turning our little one car garage into a den. This is what has been completed so far!!
http://lovebirds062108.blogspot.com/2009/01/first-home-improvement-project-part-2.html
I think we would go with FBG – Chester Bed with Frame in Brulee Finish.
A project link….http://www.designspongeonline.com/2009/05/diy-project-kates-decoupage-lamp.html
Great giveaway!
The bed I picked is the Modus – Newport Platform Bed in Cordovan.
My DIY project: http://newlyb.blogspot.com/2009/03/five-dollar-challenge-before-and-after.html
I'm I'm realizing it's been frightfully long since I've done a real full-fledged DIY project … I've got to get moving!
I like this one: LifeStyle Solutions – Wilshire Platform Canopy Bed
http://ashleysbusy.com/2009/06/01/a-pillow-a-day/
Boo, I think my comment got eaten! Ok, here I go again. :)
Beautiful giveaway!! And I think the bed I would choose is the Wilshire Platform Canopy Bed – how fun would it be to have a canopy??
Here's a link to one of my favorite projects (with a tutorial) – hopefully other people will like it as much as I do!! http://itsgreattobehome.net/2009/06/05/make-a-storage-unit-from-salvaged-materials-step-4-customize/
What a beautiful bowl. I would really love it. My favorite bed is definitely the Wilshire. It is just gorgeous and would fit my home perfectly.
A bathroom mini-redo is one of my favorite DIY projects and was reasonably done.
http://astrollthrulife.blogspot.com/2009/05/sunday-favorites-28-bathroom-redo.html
Great giveaway, the winner will be lucky indeed. Hugs, Marty
I like the Modus bed.
We…my husband…was hard at work in the backyard (and now painting insdie!) Never a dull moment at our house!
http://www.thekettrickfive.blogspot.com
Definitely the Wilshire canopy bed. Love the beautiful berry bowl and serving spoon!
Since I don't have my own blog, I am linking to one of my favorites – a DIY fabric headboard. http://julia-transition.blogspot.com/2008/03/diy-upholstered-headboard-project.html
the Emily bed makes me swoon…..and I am bowled over at the giveaway!!! :)
Wow, what pretty pieces….
A simple, small diy project I did can be found here:
http://southernlivingatitsbest.blogspot.com/2009/01/do-canister-and-platters-cry-out.html
I love the Wilshire canopy bed. Here's my latest diy project: http://casapetrie.com/blog/?p=1131
The bowl looks awesome!
The canopy platform bed is very pretty. I'd love a canopy bed if I didn't have such low ceilings.
I love this bed: http://www.bedroomfurniture.com/Atlantic-Furniture-Brooklyn-Platform-Bed-FY1183.html. The drawers underneath would be a great place to store books, magazines, snacks (did I say that?), or clothes….
And one of my favorite DIY projects that I’ve found – that I can’t wait to try… is Melissa’s (of 320 Sycamore) Monogrammed Plates… http://granvillehouse.blogspot.com/2009/04/monogram-plate.html Aren’t they gorgeous? She’s inspiring!
I love the charlotte low profile sleigh bed and that bowl is absolutely adorable! I love the look of a collander and white ceramic so together has me swooning.
Here's our DIY rain barrel project link.
http://enjoyalllifehastooffer.blogspot.com/2009/05/how-we-built-our-rain-barrel.html
Another DIY idea I blogged about.
http://enjoyalllifehastooffer.blogspot.com/2009/03/inspirational-magnetic-board.html
I love the ecotots surfing bed in leaf green to use for when my son gets older! Very sleek.
http://imperfectlybeautifulms.blogspot.com/2008/12/teacher-gifts-and-mini-tutorial.html
joelster87@hotmail.com
I like the Brooklyn Platform bed best. My latest DIY involved tiling a wall in our kitchen. Here it is:
http://nokoikonomia.blogspot.com/2009/06/kitchen-tiling-project.html
I really dig the Nara platfrom bed. Such an interesting design.
And here's a link to the mirrored coat rack I made — http://explanationrequired.blogspot.com/2009/05/shes-crafty.html It's still not hung yet, but I'm still pretty happy with the design.
OK, I think my favorite platform bed would be the Brooklyn bed because my husband and I really like mission-style furniture.
This is a link to The Nester. Her window mistreatments are so freeing! http://nestingplacenc.blogspot.com/2008/05/mistreatment-toppers-and-valances.html
Thanks for the giveaway.
rkm559@juno.com
How fun! I love the Murray Platform bed in black – the first one pictured!
I want to try this fun and simple DIY project:
http://southernfrieddreams.blogspot.com/2009/06/summer-door-decor-on-budget.html
What a great giveaway! I love that berry bowl!
Who knew there were so many styles of platform beds? I certainly didn't! I'd chose the LifeStyle Solutions – Country Cottage platform bed for my daughter's room. So pretty!
We just completed our entryway. Here's the link to it along with some DIY accents (you saw my ABC chair):
http://thediyshowoff.blogspot.com/2009/05/knock-knock-whos-there.html
Ok… I would use the Modus-Newport one. I like being able to see under my bed, it makes the room cleaner and clutter free to me. No, I do NOT have anything under my bed, no clothes, boxes nothing.
My DIY project… well, it would HAVE to be the chair that I just re-upholstered http://life-uncluttered.blogspot.com/2009/05/finished-chair.html. I'm really proud of the chair, I love the fabric and the nail heads I used. I just think it's great and the chair only cost me $16. awesome.
What a gorgeous bowl and spoon. It'd be beautiful anywhere on a tablescape! Throw in a handtowel and it could be a bread bowl.
I love the infinity bed with drawers- anything for more storage space!
Here is my next project- between your tutorial and the one here, I think I'm set! http://allthingsgd.blogspot.com/2008/08/diy-tufted-upholstered-headboard.html
I'd have to go with the white Monterey captain's platform bed b/c of the storage.
I am soooo crossing my fingers to win this giveaway! :)
I already emailed you a couple of projects, but here's one I did yesterday about "prettifying" ugly stuff you have at home and feel bad about getting rid of ;)
http://serenitynow4amanda.blogspot.com/2009/06/thrifty-thursday-its-chic-to-be-cheap.html
Happy Friday!
Ironically enough, I'm picking the Brooklyn style as my favorite.
Here is my DIY project: http://www.brooklynlimestone.com/2009/03/dictionary-art.html
I think the newport or domain.
Here is a DIY project I like. I'm afraid of spray paint, but you all are inspiring me!
http://buzzingsofaqueenbee.blogspot.com/2009/05/whos-afraid-of-little-spray-paint.html
South Shore – Infinity Queen Size Platform Bed with Two Drawers
http://wedding-planning.suite101.com/article.cfm/daisy_wedding_favors
Just saw this today and LOVED the idea :_)
I love the Prepac- White Monterey Captain's Platform Bed.
mnhub-junk at yahoo (tod) com
New to your blog.
I like the Atlantic Furniture Concord Platform Bed with Open Footrail.
The DIY project that has inspired me and I plan on doing is http://asoftplacetoland-kimba.blogspot.com/2009/06/kitchen-stool-makeover.html
Hi! I found your blog via some links to your beautiful cherry tree mural, and decided to stay awhile.
I do not have a fireplace. It's a sad state of affairs, because Santa must squeeze through the deadbolt lock. However, if I ever do procure a residence with a fireplace, I shall implement this DIY: http://rosylittlethings.typepad.com/posie_gets_cozy/2008/02/hearts-and-flow.html
If I were to choose a platform bed, I'd feel it necessary to choose the South Shore- Copley collection bed. This is because the bed is in pine, which is so last decade, but I still love the lightness and brightness of pine. Pout.
Love the bowl and South Shore-Copley, its something about the color and shape of the bed together.
My blog is still in the infant stages so not to many links to my own DIY (give a girl time). But I am planning bringing this http://chezlarsson.com/myblog/2009/06/etching-glass.html to something soon.
Fairly new reader, first time commenter.
I like the Modus-Newport Platform Bed in Cordovan.
Lots of cool before & after's on this link, but I especially liked the deck chair on June 4: http://www.designspongeonline.com/category/before-and-after
Thanks for the chance to win that beautiful bowl & spoon, Centsational Girl!
http://theraputiccrafting.blogspot.com/2009/06/trash-to-treasure.html AND http://theraputiccrafting.blogspot.com/2009/06/butterfly-lamps.html
I LOVE the Nara Platform Bed in Espresso. I love how the head board looks like a fence. That rocks!
The bowl is gorgeous… and…hm, Hillsdale Wilshire Panel Bed with storage…it's so soft and romantic! Gorgeous!
And here is a window mistreatment that I did a few months ago…the short one is still up in Sunshine's room…hubby needed his dropcloth back so I had to do something else…until I can get another dropcloth!
http://susieqaworkinprogress.blogspot.com/2009/03/window-mistreatments.html
I like this bed: http://www.bedroomfurniture.com/Bordeaux-Platform-Bed-with-Raised-Panel-Footboard-FY1268.html
Also, this is the link for my DIY project:
http://craftingrr.blogspot.com/2009/06/homemade-laundry-soap.html
Thanks for the great giveaway!
Tana@Crafting R&R
I don't normal care for straight lines and geometrical shapes…I like more feminine curves that are so beautiful on that bowl and serving spoon. Anyway, the bed that I really liked it just the opposite of what I normally like. My bed of choice was the FBG Brooklyn platform bed. So cute!
I have been pretty obsessed with http://www.thisyounghouse.com and recently stumbled upon your site which I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE! Thank you for doing what you do and inspiring people like me!!
Thanks for the chance to win
breesabourin@hotmail.com
I would have to choose the Wilshire platform canopy.
My DIY is my burlap walls….so easy just staple and pull really really pull.
http://karaskottage.blogspot.com/2009/05/beautiful-burlap.html
I like the Brooklyn platform bed. I think it would add some modern vibes to our country home.
I'm looking for a beatup table like this so that I can do the very same think and paint it white for my daughters room.
http://j-a-girl.blogspot.com/2009/06/pretty-little-table.html
I love the ebony sleighbed!!!!
This is not my idea but I am going to try this DIY idea if I can find adhesive vellum!
http://frugalchicliving.blogspot.com/2009/03/my-578-personalized-wall-art.html
Thanks, I love your blog!
I like the Night & Day–Spices Coriander Platform bed.
And my fav DIY link is this one….
http://composinghallelujahs.blogspot.com/2009/02/how-to-make-paper-dress-cupcake-toppers.html
I'm throwing a cupcake birthday party for my soon to be 7 year old, and will be making this.
The Modus-Lucca Platform Storage Bed has such Beautiful lines.I would love to have it in my bedroom.
http://www.designspongeonline.com/2009/04/before-after-carries-dresser-sarahs-chair.html I love how she reclaimed this dresser for the bathroom sink. I am definitely on the look out for a dresser to be reborn in my bathroom
What a beautiful giveaway! I would love to have this in my home. Thank you for having it on your blog.
I would love to have the Wilshire platform canopy. How beautiful is it??
My DIY project I was inspired by is the Shabby Chic Computer desk makeover at:
http://jengrantmorris.blogspot.com/
When I find the right table this is what I am going to do…it is awesome.
I like the clean lines and built in storage of the South Shore – Infinity Queen Size Platform Bed with Two Drawers.
My current favorite DIY project are rain gutter book shelves: http://www.shawnandfrank.com/Blog/2009/03/02/inspired-rain-gutter-bookshelves/ . I have been researching this idea and am looking to do it in my daughter's room.
Well, I would pick the Prepac – White Monterey Captain's Platform Bed for my youngest son… LOVE LOVE LOVE the storage!!!
You know I'm linkin' my own DIY….
http://thelifeofloulou.blogspot.com/2009/05/blog-post.html
Ok, I love the platform beds with the drawers! that would be soooo handy!
And this is my recent attempt at DIY bathroom artwork…
http://notjustaknitwit.blogspot.com/2009/05/renovations-are-complete.html
LOVE your projects!
I really liked the Hilldale–Tiburom Kona Platform bed. It reminds me of the DYI project Freckles Chick did in her blog. She took a Pier One piece of art and painted it and hung it as her headboard. Her blog is freckleschick.blogspot.com
Hi Kate.
What a fun give a way. I visited CSN and since we're fantasizing here, I thought I'd dream big. I would love the Wilshire Platform Canopy bed. Mind you, I say fantasizing because my bedroom is way too small for that bed. A little fantasizing never hurt though, right?!
Here is the link to my latest DIY. I'm super excited about it, so I hope you get a chance to come check it out.
http://boutellefamilyzoo.blogspot.com/2009/06/before-and-after-buffet-edition.html
Thanks so much for the fun little give a way. I think that bowl would look very pretty on my new buffet. Don't you? ;)
*Tricia
I love the South Shore – Infinity Queen Size Platform Bed with Two Drawers. I've been wanting one with storage underneath!
This is my fave most recent project! I just made one the other day with a special wine bottle.
http://cathiefilian.blogspot.com/2009/05/creative-juice-re-craft-book-wine.html
I like the Charlotte low profile sleigh bed
I am thinking about making a raised vegetable garden
http://www.thisoldhouse.com/toh/how-to/intro/0,,20258509,00.html
I love the platform beds! The modus-newport bed is definitely my favorite.
I have to admit, I only dream about DIY…and I have lots of dreams. You are particularly inspiring to me. I love your daughter's room transformation! The desk is something that I am going to attempt.
http://www.centsationalgirl.com/2009/05/diy-painted-thrift-store-desk.html
I have an old desk with great "bones" that would be perfect for my little daughters. Wish me luck!
I loved the South Shore one! Gorgeous beds!
http://meadowstreetmemoirs.blogspot.com/2009/06/side-table-turned-ottoman.html
That ceramic bowl is definitely versatile. It can also be used to hold the party favors by serving as a pretty "favor centerpiece."
Hi Kate,
What a lovely giveaway!
I’m not-so-secretly loving the FBG Java Mahogany platform bed over at CSN… thinking about a master bedroom refresh…
Hmm, a DIY that I’ve recently bookmarked/enjoyed: this autumn wreath over at Make it and Love it
http://makeitandloveit.blogspot.com/2009/09/blog-post.html
Atlantic Furniture Manhattan Platform Bed with Matching Footboard with Optional Drawers is a great looking bed and I love the drawer storage!
http://megardengal.blogspot.com/2010/05/white-washing-and-peek-at-porch.html
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