***Uh oh – looks like we like we hit capacity on this post with over 10,000 comments! But this giveaway is closed anyways, so I guess it’s okay.***
It’s no secret that we love West Elm (we own two daybeds and a desk among other things from their store). So let’s just say that we’ll be mighty jealous of the person who wins this week’s FIVE HUNDRED DOLLAR gift card there (four year blogiversaries are for big prizes, after all). And not that you asked, but if you need any help picking out what to buy – might we suggest some of these lurvely items below (Sherry had trouble picking just six things, so we added an extra row and went with nine):
Not only is West Elm helping us celebrate four years of blogging, they’re also celebrating the launch of their new blog Front & Main (named for the Brooklyn street corner where their original brick-and-mortar store sits). Front & Main actually officially launches next week, but they’re giving all of us a sneak peek today. Oh and if you scroll down a bit while you’re there, you might recognize some familiar faces…
- PRIZE: A $500 gift card to West Elm (!!)
- TO ENTER: Comment on THIS OTHER POST with the words “WEST ME” and…
- BONUS QUESTION: …since we’re celebrating starting our blog four years ago, tell us how your world is different than it was in 2007. Do you live in a new place? Have a new job? Are you in a new relationship? Or maybe you just have a new hairdo or tattoo?
- GIVEAWAY CLOSES: Wednesday, September 21st at 8pm EST
- NUMBER OF WINNERS: One
- PRIZE SHIPS: The 50 United States (although we do try to wrangle as many international giveaways as possible)
- USUAL STUFF: One entry per e-mail address is permitted. The winner 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 for the announcement of our winner. Good luck…
Note: We weren’t paid or perked for hosting this giveaway, we just do ‘em to thank you awesome folks for stopping in. See our Giveaway FAQ page for more info. Pics courtesy of West Elm.
Tina Schrag says
West Me!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Megan says
WEST ME!
In 2007, I was single, starting college, and I was convinced my roommates were crazy.
Tara T says
WEST ME! New since 2007: Married, moved to another state (Cali–>Midwest!) and expecting!
Lindsey says
WEST ME!
4 years ago I went back to school in a new city and today I’m working in my field doing what I love!
Lolo says
WEST ME Pleeeeze!! I have been dying over a rug in their catalog. I dont have a store anywhere near me….*sigh*
Wow. 2-0-0-7.
Four years ago today I was finishing up wedding details for my wedding and packing for our Coed Bachelor/Bachelorette Party in Vegas with 20 of our closest couple buds!! It really doesnt seem like 4 years ago…crazy!
XOX
Liz K. says
West me, please!!
Sarah says
WEST ME!
In 2007, I was unemployed, had an old car that was on it’s way to dying and living in an apartment with my boyfriend.
Now, I have a job, a new car, and my fiancee and I have been in our first house for a little over a year!
Jen says
My husband and I bought a house, got a dog, I quit my job, and we have two adorable little boys. I hope the next 4 years goes a little slower :)
Claire Y says
WEST ME!
Since 2007, my world has changed drastically… by 3,000 miles, to be exact! In 2007 I moved from New York to Seattle, which is where I still live today. I miss city life at times, but Seattle is definitely home :)
Meghan says
West Me!
Since 2007 I’ve gotten married, had a baby and bought a house! LOTS of changes : )
Ashley says
WEST ME!
In 2007 I was in college living in a no-name town.
In 2011 I live I have a degree, a job, and live in Austin, Texas… love my life.
Jaimie says
WEST ME… Wow, 2007. Things are very different now. I’m in school for Microbiology, I’ve gotten married, we bought a house, and we adopted two dogs and a cat.
Emily says
WEST ME!
We have moved since 2007, but the bigger change in my life is definitely that we now have a son. He is a delight!
Tori says
WEST ME!
Since 2007 I’ve gained 1 great husband, 3 crazy cats, and 1 beautiful baby girl!
Meghan says
WEST ME!
Engaged, married, bought a house and two cars! BIG few years.
AH says
West Me!
Four years ago, I had just been offered and taken my first professional job, lived 15 minutes from where I grew up, and spent most of my time trying to avoid running into the people I went to HS with. Since then, I took a massive leap — I moved across the country, changed professions, and am engaged to a great guy. What an improvement on quality of life!
Sarah C. says
WEST ME! Since 2007 I’ve had a baby boy & gotten an adoption referral for a girl after a 2 year wait. I LOVE West Elm, this would rock my 2011 year :)
Rebecca K says
WEST ME….newly married, 3 different apartments, and 2 new furbabies.
Anne G. says
WEST ME!
We have a new bed (after 7 years of sleeping on the floor) thanks to them! Now on to side tables…
Laura Doyle says
WEST ME!!!! POR FAVOR!!! :)
ashley says
west me! a new house, a husband and a dog :)
Amanda J. says
West me! Since 2007 I have graduated high school, started pharmacy school, and got engaged :)
cecilia says
WEST ME!
Oh my…my husband and I got married in 2007, and our son was born in 2009. We bought our first fixer-upper house in 2010. Many things are different today than back then, but I’m so grateful for all the changes.
Catherine says
WEST ME!! Pretty please?!
The biggest changes since 2007 are a new job and the birth of my son in June 2009. We’re now embarking on a huge house reno and redecoration, too!
Amanda says
WEST ME!
In 2007 I was still in college so a lot has changed. I am now going on year three of working and living in the ‘real world.’
Great Giveaway!
Zoe says
WEST ME!
New place, new hairdo and new blog http://www.creativeinchicago.com
Ooooh and maybe some new muscles from many, many hours spent painting this basement http://www.creativeinchicago.com/2011/07/more-basement-makeover.html
Melody says
West me!
Since 2007, I have bought my first house, which I love!
Jennifer G. says
WEST ME!!!
Let’s see…I graduated college, got a real job, moved twice (if you don’t count moving around college apartments) and got MARRIED.
Jamie Stanley says
WEST ME! Graduated College and started a carreer (what the heck, I became a grown up!)
Katie says
WEST ME!
Same boy as in 2007, but now we’re married…With a house, and a job! It’s been a good four years!
Kellie says
WEST ME!
I was in college in 07.. now I’m fully vested in my career, married & remodeling a home.
I’ve been eyeing a few west elm items!
Kelly says
WEST ME
Since 2007 I have become a WIFE!!!! (and a dog mommy)
Samm Spangler says
WEST ME!!
Since 2007, I’ve graduated college, met the cutest,nicest guy ever who i will be marrying in 5 weeks, and bought a house!
GatorGirl says
West Me!
Sinc 2007 I’ve lived in 3 different states and had 4 different jobs! One thing that hasn’t changed- my wonderful boyfriend and our adorable kitty! I can’t wait to see what the next four years bring!
Love your blog!
Katie says
WEST ME!
In 2007 I was officially no longer a newlywed, now we have a house, 2 dogs and an almost one year old. How time flies.
Susie says
*WEST ME*
Since 2007 we have added a new home and two adorable little boys to our family! I also am way more savvy with home decorating… thanks to you guys! Congrats!
Kristin says
WEST ME! In 2007, we had our first baby and have had one more since then. Oh, how our world has changed…and all for the better!!!
Heather says
WEST ME!
Kassy says
WEST ME! Please! We’ve come a long way from 2007…we got engaged in Sept of 2007 and now we’ve been married 3 years with a boy on the way (due in Oct!).
Kristin Fontenot says
West Me! Living in a new place and got married!
Ali says
West Me!
Since 2007 I have gotten married and am expecting our first baby. Lots of changes in the last few years and more to come!
Rachel says
WEST ME!
My life is completely different than it was in 2007: I’m married, moving to a new state next week, and have a baby on the way (due in November). Things are crazy right now, but I wouldn’t change a thing!
Steph says
West meeeee!!
In 2007 I had a brand new baby girl…now she is a big sister to our new baby boy.
Serena says
WEST ME!
Since 2007, I’ve adopted a dog, graduated from law school, passed the bar, gotten a real job as a lawyer, bought a new house, redone several rooms, and lots of other things!
Charlotte | Living Well on the Cheap says
West me!
Wow! Four years ago I was just starting grad school and living in a run-down rental house with my boyfriend. Now I’m two years into social work practice, married, and the proud owner of an adorable bungalow (which is dying to be filled with stuff from West Elm).
A says
WEST ME! New digs, new kitten, new tattoo, new hairstyle….what isn’t new :)
Happy Blogiversary!
Stacie Sawvell says
WEST ME.
Newly single. New house.
Now married! Same house.
Pam says
WEST ME! since 2007 we added another little boy to our family. and we purchased our first house!
Kristin says
WEST ME! The biggest difference would be my 1 year old and 3 month old.
Mary says
West me! Four years ago I was a law student, renting in a college town. Today my life is very different! I’ve graduated, moved across the country and back and bought my first house (a huge Italianate style built in 1860)! Can’t wait to see what life looks like in another four! Happy 4th YHL!