Last summer (July 17th to be exact) I won a $60 CSN gift certificate from Joy at Thrifty Parsonage Living. I was thrilled to have won and started pouring over their website. Every now and then I'd ask my husband if I should order a striped Dash and Albert rug, but then we would agree that there wasn't anywhere to put one in our house. Then I'd look around CSN some more and I would ask him about getting some red dishes to use at Christmas and Valentine's Day, but then I couldn't decide which ones to buy. And so it went on....
I may be one of the most indecisive people in this world. Months went by and I finally decided that what I needed was a clutch purse to use at our son's wedding in May. So just before Christmas (and only weeks before the gift certificate expired) I ordered a stone-coloured leather clutch. Not only did the purse arrive very quickly, it is lovely. It is made of a soft leather and has a shoulder strap so if you are like me and can't coordinate a purse and a drink and a camera then this should help. The clutch is big enough for my cell phone, my camera, my keys, a lipstick, money, and tissue. There are several pockets so it can all be organized efficiently. One of the things I like best is the pretty lining. I'm not benefiting in any way by giving you my honest opinion of CSN, but I just wanted to let you know about my experience with the online shop.
I was recently contacted by CSN to sponsor a giveaway and I was more than happy to do that, especially given that it came close on the heels of my positive shopping experience there. They have offered a $40 gift certificate (does not include shipping costs) to be used at any of their on-line stores.
The amazing thing is you can buy almost anything from CSN, from adjustable bar stools,
to Dash and Albert rugs (swoon - I just can't get enough of these),
to red dishes,
Oh wait, am I listing all the things I would buy. This isn't about me, is it? You need to go to CSN and have a look for yourself.
The giveaway is open to residents of Canada and USA only. Here are the details of the Giveaway:
1. Leave a comment telling me what you would order if you won.
2. Become a follower and let me know in a separate email (or let me know that you are already one).
3. Post, tweet, or mention the giveaway on facebook (and leave me a separate comment letting me know you did so).
Please, please, please leave me an email address so I can contact you if you win. Twice now I have had to re-draw names because I was unable to contact the winner.
The giveaway ends on February 14th at 9:00 pm.
Oh and just in case you are curious, here are a couple of photos of the purse I ordered:
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Wow I could spend ages looking around that store. I love the binoculars they have and could get better views of the birds in the garden. But then I discovered the greenhouses andlove that little growcamp. I can dream of winning your certificate giveaway.
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I would use it towards a new faucet. Mine is broekn and the handle flies off spraying water all over the kitchen. I even suggested to hubby that he buy me one for my birthday, that's how awful it is.
I would put it towards some new accent pillows for the bedroom! There is a blue and white one that is calling my name.
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I'm a happy follower!
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I tweeted this!
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What a great giveaway. I would love some Staub cookware :D
ReplyDeleteOh I would love to win! Those Dash and Albert rug have been on my wish list for a long time! They are so colorful!
ReplyDeleteI really like the All-Clad Specialties Stainless Steel Oval Bakers - Set of Two. I think that I might put this towards the purchase of these.
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I am a follower of yours! :)
ReplyDeleteGorgeous purse!
ReplyDeleteI think I'd buy baby clothes if I won. :)
I'd like the Wee Squeak pansy boots for my daughter.
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Thanks for the giveaway. I would buy something for the new baby..like bottles or clothes.
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I would get my daughter a trunki!
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Love to win a csn giveaway again. Who doesn't like to shop?
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ReplyDeleteCute clutch! If I were to win, I would order a rug. We need one for the living room and a small one in front of the kitchen sink.
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ReplyDeleteI would have to check out all there things I have never looked at this line. I like the rugs though. Do they have dog beds? Pilot needs a new one!
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ReplyDeleteI would probably get the Burlington Baby 252W Bassinet. I'm registered for one at PB, but it's so expensive, and this one on CSN is darling, so if I don't get the one from PB, I would buy this one instead. OR --- a rug for the nursery -- either way, I'd use it toward baby stuff! Thanks for the chance Grace!
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ReplyDeleteI posted your giveaway on Facebook (and Twitter).
ReplyDeleteI would get the emile henry bake for the cause pink pie dish :)
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Well, in all honesty I'm afraid that if I won I would do the same "can't make a decision because there are too many things that I like" thing. But I'm sure I'd find something eventually :)
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ReplyDeletethose red plates are fabulous! hi there, new follower (will introduce myself in seperate post) I would order a decorative mirror I have had my peepers on for awhile.
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Hi Grace, I would love a shopping spree at CSN! I have had my eye on some cute bee glasses for some time now. Keeping my fingers crossed.
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Grace, Of course I already follow you.
ReplyDeleteI am adding your giveaway to my sidebar.
ReplyDeleteLots of lovely things...probably get some new dishes.
ReplyDeleteI just became a follower as well. :)
ReplyDeleteHi, if I won I'd buy a set of the Noritake Breeze Amber 13 oz. All-Purpose Goblet - 816-109.
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I shared this giveaway on Facebook here: http://www.facebook.com/shala.darkstone/posts/149830948407614
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I am a follower :) pigtailsandbowties@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteI'd get a new toaster.
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What a Great Giveaway!! I would get a Tiffany Style Lamp for my desk in the study!
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Hi Grace,
ReplyDeleteThanks for mentioning my blog in your post. I'm happy you were able to find something you would enjoy and use. As you know I'm a follower and I'd love a chance to win the $40 gift certificate.
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If I'd win I'd get either a new lamp or pillow for my living room.
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I've posted about your giveaway in my sidebar.
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I love a new set of good for years flatware.
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I have always noticed these CSN giveaways but because I am way up north in Canada I never enter....so this is such a treat to see that it is possible to enter! I would love new bread pans, they have quite the selection....but they also have the Le Crueset white oval braising dish that I love!!!
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I'd NEVER guess that purse came from CSNstores! Wow! I'd get Bob stroller gear if I won.
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I would love to get the Le Creuset Halo Teakettle in blue!
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I'd get the Coleman inflatable bed.
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I would use it towards a new rug. Our home is all hardwood and our babe is having a hard time getting his crawl going on the one big rug we have, weird.
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I would love to get the KidKraft sling bookshelf for my kids' room! heinzmom at hotmail dot com
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ReplyDeletei want to buy my daughter the princess toddler bed
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I would probably get a new bedspread. I've been wanting something springy to match our new blue walls.
ReplyDeleteOh, there are so many things to choose from on CSN! Like you I love the Dash and Albert rugs. I plan on using them on my stairs, so that's probably what I would buy.
ReplyDeleteI have so many things on my wish list I need new dishes, cushions for the sofa, rugs, love CSN hope I win, I've been a long time follower just too shy to comment
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I would get some new dishtowels!
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How did I miss this? Of course count me in! Who couldn't use a gift certificate from CSN? I know I could. By the way, the inside of that purse is so cool. I don't usually pay attention to the inside but I really like that one.
ReplyDeleteI would order a new rug for our kitchen!
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ReplyDeleteI love the Ashton Sutton - STM126 - Suave Round Wall Mirror
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I have a blank spot on the wall by my front door and this would look perfect there.
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Hi Grace...I'm sorry I misunderstood your rules. I'm glad you set me straight! If I won (I've never won anything) I would get the Dash & Albert Mattress Ticking rug in blue. It would be perfect in my kitchen. Thanks for everything!
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I would get the Disney Toy Story Book and Toy Organizer!
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