***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.
Amanda says
WEST ME! Since 2007, I…met the man of my dreams, got married, had a baby, and went through FIVE jobs! I’m pretty change-averse, obvs.
Joe Anna says
West me PLEASE!! :) My little home needs some loving!
Since I have the same wedding anniversary as you (7/7/07) a lot has changed since that year. I started my own business, moved twice, bought a home, got a new car, made some new friends, re-learned to play kickball, and made the decision to start a family this year if we can!! Sooo yeah, redecorating the home took a back burner and this gift card would help! Thanks for all your great posts!
Kristin says
WEST ME! (I need dining room chairs from them soooo bad).
In 2007, I was a newlywed living in the cornfields of Iowa. Now we are in Boston, hubs passed the bar, and we added a miniature labradoodle to the mix!
Emily T. says
WEST ME! Mama needs the Lourdes Sanchez 8X8 colorswirl rug!
In 2007, we were payin’ the rent and today we are gladly payin’ the mortgage!
Stephanie says
West Elm Me!!!
We’re just about to start a major living room redo and this would be awesome!
Amanda W says
West ME… Please!
Graduated, moved cities, lived in a condo, got married, bought a house… the list could go on!
Laura says
WEST ME!
Four years ago was several lifetimes for me. Since then I’ve moved across the country, gotten married, gotten pregnant, and moved into my first house! Amazing!
Stacy says
WEST ME pretty please! since 2007 we now have a house to beautify and an amazing son to keep our little girl company….the years have blessed us greatly!
gidge says
WEST ME. Since 2007, I’ve gotten married and bought a house.
Ashley says
West me!!
I was just graduating college in 2007… good lord. Cannot believe that.
Sarah says
WEST ME please!
So much has changed since 2007! I’ve moved continents, got married, had 2 kids, become a SAHM and most recently bought a house :)
Jessica G. says
WEST ME, please!
My world now is different than it was in 2007 in almost every way… I am now married, am a homeowner, am mama to Moose our English Bulldog, and have a baby on the way! Life is very different indeed!
Jessaca says
WEST ME!
My world has changed 10-fold: new house and a baby! It’s almost too much, but I couldn’t be happier! Now if only someone would decorate for me while I wrangle my 7-month old baby boy Vincent!
Cat says
WEST ME!!!
Life has definitely changed since 2007! I’m living in a new city & state, recently married, & even more recently became a first time homeowner!
Ashley says
WEST ME!
Wow life is much different! I graduated college in 08′. I was engaged to be married last year but we called it off and this year I moved out and got my own place! First time EVER that I’ve lived on my own. I’m a single mom just trying to get by and winning a gift card would be so wonderful! I’ve been wanting to get more stuff for my place but just can’t afford to. Thanks for doing this awesome giveaways! Crossing my fingers that one of these days I’ll win! :)
Emily E says
West me please!!! We have a baby–ok,ok hes 3 *sob*, a mortgage and I just started a Masters program…a whole lot ‘o change goin on here!
Stephanie says
West me!
I have a new position at work, and have added 3 new countries to my “visited” list since 2007 (bringing my grand total to 13!).
Tabitha says
west me!
Since 2007, I am finally realizing I need to make our house, our home as well.
Meghan says
West Me, please!
Since 2007 I’ve gotten married and bought a house. All grown up now I suppose.
Kyle Layne says
West Me!
OMG, 2007 I lived in Green Bay back in 2007, Go Packers!
Anyway, these days I am a working professional and recently engaged!! Life has sure changed since 2007.
nikki says
WEST ME
and…
My world is hugely different than 2007. In that time I’ve moved from Kansas to Seattle, run a marathon, been broken up with by a fiance via facebook (can you even believe it?? geez… if that’s not reason enough to need to redecorate), and have discovered your blog!
Cheers :)
Charlene says
WEST ME please! What is different? I have two boys and live in a different state! I think that’s plenty! lol! Happy blogiversary!
christa says
WEST ME!
Since 2007, I have moved twice (Dallas–>Charlotte, Charlotte–>Houston), gotten married (2009), and changed jobs thrice, HAH.
aknapoli says
West me!
In 2007, I was in my junior year of college. Four years later, I’m in graduate school across the country. Things have changed quite a bit.
kelley nolan says
WEST MEEEEEEEEEE! (pretty please, with a cherry on top) :)
What’s new? New house new kids new life and a new husband :) …..
Kendra says
WEST ME! Married, building a new house, building a family ;)
Alison says
WEST ME!
I’ve bought a house, changed jobs, went back to school, and done a lot of traveling since 2007!
weiya says
Sorry! Forgot to include the phrase “west me!”
Wonderful husband and baby!
Julie says
WEST ME, please! Since ’07 I finished college, got my first “real” job, got married, moved again, and got a new “real” job. Busy few years!
Danielle says
WEST ME!!!
In 2007 I was living in Michigan and I was a junior in college living in a sorority house. Now I’m living in Florida with my boyfriend. We like to decorate our house together.
xoxo
Loi says
WEST ME. New: dog, husband, job, degree, home, tattoo, love of home decor…
Erica says
WEST ME!
2007 – I moved to Oregon that year. Now I live in NM and am about to move to WA.
I have been drooling over a duvet from West Elm for a few weeks now. It would be so much fun to be able to buy it in time for winter.
Mindy Gallup says
WEST ME!
In 2007 I was in University. I am now happily married and have a little guy of my own.
molly says
WEST ME PLEASE!!
In 2007, I was in high school and lived in a different city! Pretty much everything has changed, for the better!
Nikki says
wEsT mE!!!
Hmm let’s see…new baby x2, new house, and both me and my hubby went back to school and got new jobs!
Nell says
WEST ME! Kids are a little further along now.
stacy says
WEST ME!
I was still living in NYC in a one-bedroom converted to three-bedroom apartment…typical! AND my apartment was a hodge podge, unlike the put together one I have finally created in SF thanks to all the youngsters’ tips. <3 Happy Blogiversary to a family I pretend to be friends with!
Sarah Fogler says
WEST ME (pretty please?!?!?)
Since 2007, I have a new job, new car and most importantly, a new baby boy who is 14 weeks old!!!
Kely says
west me! I love this stuff !
Corrie M says
West Me! We got married in 2007 as well and now we have a beautiful 6 month old baby girl.
Jessy says
WEST ME! :)
In 2007 I was still in college. Now, I am married with a precious 14 month old little boy. It’s amazing how much can change in 4 years.
Erin C says
WEST ME!!!
I just graduated college (Go TCU!!!) and started my first job. Life is incredibly different now and yet I still feel like it was just yesterday. I’m working on my first apartment, so this gift card would be incredible! Thanks and love you guys. Congrats on 4 years!!!
Tyler says
WEST ME!
New job. New city. New house. Two new kids. Lots has changed in 4 years.
Tina says
WEST ME, please! :) 4 years ago I had a 4 & 1 1/2 year old. Now I have an 8, 5 1/2, 1 1/2 & 6 month old. Fun times! Still in the same tiny house I was hoping to be out of by now, though…
Jane Campbell says
WEST ME! Life has changed dramatically since 2007! The biggest change is I’m not married with dog (not children, not for a while) and am working on transforming the bachelor pad my husband has owned for a few years into a home we all can love!
Allison G says
WEST ME..please please!!!
IN 2007 I lost my job and was looking for love…now I have a job i love and a husband i love too! Crazy what happens in 4 years!
Kelly H says
WEST ME!
New job, new dog, got married, moved…
Laura says
WEST ME!
Since 2007, I’ve graduated college, met and married my wonderful husband, moved to a new home and now expecting our first mini-us!
Alysia @The Queen of Scotts says
WEST ME!
Four years ago, I was just getting settled into a new job.
Happy Blogiversary, you two!
Katie says
WEST ME!
A lot has changed since 2007! I’m married, new house, new job, and baby on the way :)