Thursday, December 19, 2013

2 winners and a final Christmas giveaway...........

Before I begin-  The beautiful and stylish Debby that we all know and love from Inspired Design was so kind to feature my home decorated for the holidays today! Be sure to stop over by clicking here and take a peek...she did such a beautiful job. Thank you Debby!


Hi there, such busy days this week. I am sure its the same for you. Exciting, adrenaline rushing, maddening and chaotic all rolled into one. I think the bulk of my "elf duties" is done but now I am concentrating on the final details for our annual Christmas family party this weekend. So that is what I will be busy doing these next few days......it all gets done so I am not sweating it (or at least trying not to). Also have out of town guests coming in, so it's going to get really busy around here. First things first! I want to announce the two lucky winners from last weeks contest. Congratulations goes to.....


For the Judith August book and product, the winner is......

Result: 42

Happy Birthday, Tina! Your house is looking festive and ready for the holidays. As always, no one does a better job than you. Thank you for the great giveaway. For make-up, I'd choose everything to cover under eye dark circles. For sweets, it is the holiday gift set -- you get to taste everything.
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And for the sweets from Sucre, the winner is.........(from Facebook)

Result: 1

I'm visiting from the enchanted home and love any of the nuts and the macaroons.
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Please contact me here to provide your shipping details.

I promised a giveaway a week in November and I have to say there have been some really amazing giveaways which I have had a lot of fun giving away! Today's is a whopper..one could argue the best for last or at least one of the bests for last!

 I think just about everyone knows Safavieh Home. A mecca for the best brands at the best prices. Period. There is no getting around it....they have everything, including all the very best brands and their prices cannot be beat. So they have generously offered this amazingly beautiful bench, I LOVE this piece and doubt anyone would be hard pressed to find a place for this beauty.


 I adore the pickled wood and the neutral cotton like velvet fabric, a great neutral, and such an elegant piece!

I thought it would be fun to look at some of my favorite things from Safavieh and there are indeed a ton of things to admire,  then details follow on how to enter!


















Kind of gets you in the mood to decorate, doesn't it? OK to enter, all you need to do is visit Safavieh Home by clicking here, check out all the goodies, come back here and tell me a favorite item. That is it..you are in the running!

If you want a second chance, leave them a comment on Facebook by clicking here telling them you are from The Enchanted Home and what your favorite item is. I will announce a lucky winner on Monday morning! Thanks as always for stopping in, wishing you a wonderful day.

Three more tidbits to remember-

1. The gift buying, decorating, gift giving, food prepping, and all the festive fun is so wonderful but this post singlehandedly reminds us all of how precious life is and what the real meaning of the holidays is. I think its impossible to read this and not get choked up, but let me tell you it was one of the most touching and beautiful posts I have read about Christmas all season long. Talk about putting it in perspective, I strongly advise you to take a look. Click here on Preppy Princess to visit.

http://preppyprincessblog.com/2013/12/18/avoiding-little-miss-crankypants/




2. Don't forget to send in your Christmas related pictures as the holiday gets underway! Now accepting pictures for my "Christmas magic" contest and already getting in some beauties!!



 I also want to announce the start of my final contest for 2013, "Christmas magic". I will be collecting pictures as of today through Jan. 1st. I will hold the contest on Jan. 4-6th and announce the winner(s) on Jan 7th. As the name implies....please send your pictures of anything Christmas related, your decorated front door, a beautifully wrapped gift, a table set with your Christmas finest, your darling kids and pets are always a hit, whatever the name "Christmas magic" means to you! Since my "Hooray for the Holidays" post included some Christmas pictures, if you would like to use the entry you used for that please just email me to let me know and I will be happy to include it. I cannot wait to start getting your entries!! Remember-

  • 2 entries per person (they must be your pictures, not downloaded from internet)
  • Please in subject line when you email me put Christmas Magic (get tons of emails )
Please email your pictures to theenchantedhome@gmail.com 


3. If you missed the most amazing gingerbread houses, you must click here to see!

That's it I promise! Wishing you a fabulous and productive day! Don't forget to take little breathers and to take good care of yourself. I am practicing what I preach and doing things like indulging in a little chocolate or getting a pedicure.....something that feels good:) Thanks for stopping in!

111 comments:

  1. I am in LOVE with those chairs and if my budget allowed, I would be ordering them right at this moment!! Thank you for allowing me to showcase your beautiful home today - it's an honor. xo

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  2. Love the Kingston bookcase and the bench is beautiful! Merry Christmas and thanks for a great giveaway.

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  3. I LOVE the CALCOT SOFA. I would take 2 of them right away!

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  4. I left a comment on Safavieh's Facebook also.

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  5. Safavieh's website is a treat to visit. I love the bench and have the perfect place for it to call home.

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  6. I love the Safavieh's Kerstin headboard! It would look lovely in my guest room!!

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  7. Love the Charlene Ottoman - perfect for my living room!

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  8. Oh yea, Safavieh is a favorite of mine. I own a rug of theirs. I would love to add the English chair with the blue and white stripe fabric.

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  9. Love this site! I would love two of the miranda chairs!!!

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  10. Tina, thank you for your beautiful blog. I would like the "fullham arm chair". My husband would love it! We have downsized and this chair would be perfect for his home office.
    Merry Christmas! Judith Presgrove

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  11. Thank you and Safavieh for a chance at this beautiful bench.. Thanks too for the reminder, as I'm looking for new chairs.. Loving both the Fuller and Brayton pieces.. Merry Christmas!

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  12. You are right about the prices! I liked the ottomans and benches.

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  13. Good morning Tina...I hope your hectic day goes swimmingly! Debby's post was gorgeous, as is your home! The post about the National cemeteries really struck home with me as my father is buried at Arlington - it gives me comfort to know that his grave is adorned every year with a beautiful wreath thanks to this wonderful group.

    I love Safavieh...it's hard not to when they have such beautiful things. My favorites on the web site are the rugs but I love everything.

    Take care, stay warm and good luck finishing everything up! xoxo

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  14. Tina, your blog is so beautiful, a breath of fresh air! Debbie's' post was lovely too. The photo of the child certainly puts everything in prospective- so many sacrifices for us, our country and freedom! Thank you for this reminder! I have also visited Safavieh Home and love the Benjamin bench. Thank you for the opportunity to enter this great giveaway! Merry Christmas!

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  15. GRC.Ltd.design@gmail.comDecember 19, 2013 at 9:55 AM

    Love Safavieh! Love those Mercury Crackle Lamps!

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  16. So many beautiful items, but the bench is my all-time favorite!

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  17. Love your blog, love Safavieh. The bench is beautiful; what a nice opportunity to enter your giveaway. On their website, I'm drawn to the Fullham chair. I love having unexpected and interesting pieces in each room of my house, and I'm going to start thinking about where to fit that in! Merry Christmas -- Nancy B.

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  18. Oh my goodness Tina, what a fabulous giveaway! I am in love with the Colin Tub chair.

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  19. Tina,
    The bench from Safavieh is so beautiful and I have the perfect spot for it!
    I love their Xristos Chest, the burl wood is gorgeous!

    xoxo
    Karena
    The Arts by Karena

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  20. The Fallon chair is divine, what a wonderful giveaway. Thank you

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  21. I love the grey and white rug (78832A/B). I already have a Safavieh rug and it's terrific.
    Happy Holidays
    Honey B.

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  22. I love the bench and I have the perfect place for it. I love the Francois Sofa.

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  23. Safavieh Home has some beautiful things! I love the Ramsey bench! AND the Rosa Console table.

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  24. Love Ramsey Bench and it's priced well. I've purchased from Safavieh before and the quality is excellent.

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  25. Tina,
    First off thank you for offereing this super great give-away! I love the 'VLADIMIR SOFA' is that gorgous or what! Merry Christmas!
    Christine

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  26. Love Safavieh Home things. I particularly like the Oriel Round Center Table. It is just beautiful! I also posted it on their Facebook page. Faith B.

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  27. Wow, I just posted about lime wood and that bench has that feel for sure!! What an amazing give away!! I love your picks especially that garden bench always love that shape!!!
    Thanks for sharing, Karolyn

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  28. Would love to win the bench have just the spot for it! I love the bergere chair in light blue but have my eye on several of their items, so well priced too! Great giveaway, thank you Tina.

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  29. Oh how I loved the desk table that you shared below. Just what I need for my office!!!
    Merry Christmas!
    Jeanie

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  30. Merry Christmas! In addition to the gorgeous Safavieh bench you are giving away, I love the Rosa and Flores consoles. Perfect for a bedroom, maybe with a flat screen TV above it and beautiful books and orchid plant. Thank you!

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  31. just came back from the Safavieh web site would love to have the Antique Mirror Cabinet. merry christmas xxpeggybraswelldesign.com

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  32. HI Tina! A belated Happy Birthday to you. First, and huge thank you for all of your inspirational pictures and information - you are truly a treasure trove of fascinating and beautiful delights. I have always loved Safavieh and love their rugs. I also found a Westminster Chesterfield Sofa that I absolutely love and have saved it on my computer for purchase when we get our den finished. A most Merry Holiday Season for you and your family!

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  33. Great giveaway...i'd like that settee in my entry or this rug OUSHAK RUGS - OSH117A layered over the sisal in my living room. All the best to you...have a wonderful family party!

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  34. The Ingmar round side table in gold! Make that two! Michelle, hollands4him@yahoo.com

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  35. I'd love the bench beside the Henredon Fireside Sofa in my living room.

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  36. Love the Adelle chair. Everything about it. Great things on their website!

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  37. Tina, Happy Holidays! Thanks for all the wonderful giveaways you offer. The Safavieh bench is beautiful and I also love the Leon coffee table.
    Hugs,
    Sherry

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  38. Oooo,oooo.ooo, the LEDA console is my fave. It's exactly the size/style table I am looking for this season.
    Merry Christmas!

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  39. Hi Tina
    what an amazing giveaway, thanks for hosting it. I am in love with the Chole club chair. Think I just may need to order two of these for my guest bedroom.
    My Vera Bradley giveaway ends tomorrow so please stop by and enter it here : http://townandcountryblog.blogspot.com/2013/12/vera-bradley-puffy-wristlet-giveaway.html

    Happy Holidays
    Katherine

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  40. Oh my, I would love to win that bench! My favorite item that I've been eying are the Brittania side chairs. Entered on Facebook, too. Thanks Tina and Safavieh for a great giveaway!!
    Stacy

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  41. What a fabulous giveaway! I love the bench and have the perfect spot for it. Well, I have a couple perfect spots for it. I checked out their website and fell in love with so many things. I especially love the MIRANDA CHAIR.

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  42. Hi Tina and what an amazing giveaway! I love the tufted armless settee that you shared but was unable to locate it on the Safavieh website. Entering on Facebook as well. Thanks to you and Safavieh for this fantastic giveaway.

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  43. Tina,
    Safavieh is a favorite of mine and I especially like the Leda Console. The bench would fit perfectly in front of the french doors in our study. What a nice giveaway.

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  44. I've had my eye on the Vitali chaise for a while...

    LOVE that bench! Know exactly where it would go!

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  45. I LOVE the "Panthia Desk" from the website of Safavieh's furniture line. I would adore the gorgeous bench too. It would look beautiful in my hall or perhaps at the foot of my bed. Tina, I love your taste and style is incredible, to say the least. Thank you for the wonderful offer.

    Regards,

    Donna R

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  46. I looked through the Safavieh Home website. They have beautiful furniture pieces. I am in the process of decorating my guest room and especially liked the Barney Bench. I would love to put one at the foot of the bed. The one you are giving away is also beautiful and would look great in my guest room!

    Thank you and Merry Christmas,

    Karrie

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  47. I love the french chairs!!!!!!
    Really most everything on their site!
    Thank you & Merry Christmas!
    Dana Munoz

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  48. Hi and Merry Christmas! I love everything they offer! But believe it or not- the Ramsey bench is my favorite- I have been looking for a bench like it for my bedroom and it is perfect!!! I would love to win it! Thank you so much for a great contest and so much inspiration and beauty on your blog! Love it and look forward to it everyday!
    Shirley Craine

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  49. Thanks so much for this post! I love the Bramarall round coffee table since I am in need of a new one for my den. They do have beautiful things! The bench is gorgeous ~ would look perfect in my home. Have a wonderful Christmas in your beautiful home!
    Kathy Chandler

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  50. Beautiful bench. The secretary desk is my favorite.

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  51. Would love to win that beautiful bench. Have just the place for it too!
    My favorite would be their great selection of rugs.

    Merry Christmas and many thanks for a fun blog all year!
    Carol Ann Nelson

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  52. What a wonderful website and giveaway. A new source for rugs! Thanks. I would love to have one of the many rugs for my home office at our lake house. Something with some duck egg blue. Too many to choose from. Would have to do some serious looking. Definitely my favorite things on their website are their beautiful and affordable rug selection!

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  53. I like the Sweet Serona Red pillows, I imagine they would look great on the sofa for Christmas! http://safaviehhome.com/accents/pillows/sweet-serona-red-decorative-pillows-18-set-of-two.html

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  54. Hi - I would love the secretary/desk - need one in my home for myself, to keep my families lives organised!

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  55. My favorite item is the Mackenzie Loveseat!

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  56. So many pretty things! I would love to have the Kingston bookcase some day!

    Thanks for hosting such a wonderful giveaway!

    Nancy

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  57. Oh dear, I am so late, but put me in! That bench is killer diller perfect as is that Swedish style secretary desk, the fauteuils, the other benchs..oh Tina, you put on such an array of goodies! HAPPY CHRISTMAS! Anita

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  58. Hello Tina, As always I enjoy your post so much. Thank you so much for yet another giveaway! Wow! Safavieh Home is full of lovelies. I have been looking for a console table and I was drawn to the "Nakita" and "Bucknell" consoles. Merry Christmas to you and yours!

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  59. Be still my heart, Tina. The Ramsey bench in brown velvet is calling my name....I could put it in my bedroom, living room or just about anywhere....it could be a holiday gift I am giving myself! Oh, I hope I win!

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  60. Hi Tina,
    There are so many wonderful things but I love the Panthia desk. It is beautiful and would work perfect for my newly remodeled office. Merry Christmas,
    Kathy

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  61. Great post! I love so much on their website, but the. Benjamin bench is absolutely beautiful!

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  62. WOW, I love that bench, perfect for my entry way… although I would also love the Edmund cocktail table.

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  63. What a great giveaway, Tina. And I'm popping over to Inspired Design right now for the home tour. Happy Thursday! XO

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  64. Tina,
    I have no doubt that you will get everything done…and do it in style! I have house guests arriving tomorrow and just learned that our post Christmas plans are now up in the air thanks to some crazy business deal. So, I'm doing what any right minded woman would do…I'm getting a pedicure tomorrow and fluffing the house! :)

    Here's to a merry Christmas and a big smile while we do it!
    xoxo Elizabeth

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  65. Thank you for the lovely mention of wreaths across America. I didn't know of the organization.
    As for the website I love the French buffet . Very nice case goods.

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  66. I love the Baldwin Bookcase on the Safaveif Home website. And the give-away bench has always been a favorite of mine. Thanks for the wonderful give-away! Have a wonderful holiday!

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  67. Oh Wow, I would love the Catherine Console for my family room. Merry Christmas to you and your family.
    S. Gaston

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  68. Love the calcot sofa!
    Alicianels@juno.com

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  69. hi tina. gonna try to get some photos together for the contest!

    sending light and relaxing vibes.

    michele

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  70. Oh my! I can't believe I won the Judith August book and product. Thank you so much, Tina. I e-mailed my shipping information to you just now. I am so excited. And yet you have another give-away -- shall I push my luck and try again? I do like the bench very much as it will be perfect for our masters bedroom. Another choice would be the Francois Sofa.

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  71. I love the Samantha Chandelier. It would be perfect for a foyer or a couple of them over a kitchen island would be fabulous. Love It!!! The bench you are giving away is to die for. It would be beautiful at the foot of my bed. Thank you Safavieh Home for the wonderful generous gift you are giving away. Also, thank you Enchanted Home for always having contest and giveaways. It makes things exciting! Merry Christmas to everyone! ibgardning@yahoo.com

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  72. We are relocating in the Spring and I'm giving my kitchen set to my sister. I like the KATO DINING TABLE for my new kitchen.
    vac 924 at gmail dot com

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  73. It is a nice blog here. Really happy to find the site . Really touched.
    Thanks
    danasurfboards.com

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  74. Hi love the giveaway. Have a great spot for it, also love the Francois bed, just beautiful.. We are redoing my master so have to consider that one, its just what Iam looking for. They have such great things, what a good resource and amazing prices. Thank you Tina for the chance.

    Leslie

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  75. Hi and Merry Christmas! I absolutely love your blog!!
    The bench is beautiful! I also love their Miranda accent chair. Hard to choose a favorite out of their products!
    Thank you for this opportunity!
    Jennifer Cobb

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  76. I loved the Safavieh site and the Thomas O'Brien Moire Veneer rug was my favorite! Thank you for a lovely post.

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  77. What a wonderful giveaway! Your home is absolutely gorgeous and your blog reflects genuine kindness. I've never entered a contest or left a comment, but couldn't pass this up! The bench is fantastic! I am in love with the Francois sofa and the Oushak rug, among many other things on the site! Thank you for the chance to win! Merry Christmas!!

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  78. I love your blog! What a lovely home and wonderful style you have : )

    I would have to say my favorite piece would be the miranda chair...its beautiful and I have the perfect place for it.

    Candice~coollady726@yahoo.com

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  79. Tina- What a fabulous giveaway! And from such a great store!!
    Dying over the Dhurrie Rug Ottoman!
    Headed over to Facebook and Debby's.
    Teresa
    xoxo

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  80. I didn't realize Safavieh had such beautiful things! I've been looking for a bench, so my favorite thing on the website was the LOUIS XVI BENCH. The giveaway is a lovely thing to do around the holidays. Thank you and Safavieh for the generous giveaway!

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  81. I like their Samantha chandelier.

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  82. What a great giveaway! There are so many gorgeous pieces of furniture that it's almost impossible to pick a favorite! I love the Westminster Chesterfield Sofa! What a lovely piece for a family room!

    Donna Barron

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  83. Hi Tina I love all of the above but most of all I love the rugs......send them over...I won't say no....Have yourself an Enchanted Christmas. Regards Esther from Sydney. Seasons Greetings from down under.

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  84. I wanted to wish you a very happy Christmas, Tina... and a wonderful New Year...I popped over to Debby's blog... your home is dressed so beautifully .... it looks fabulous... beautifully ready for the holidays...
    Thank you for all the wonderful posts this year... I have loved every one... :)
    xv

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  85. Hi - all the safavieh pieces are gorgeous. However, I am currently on a quest to lighten up my area rugs and go more transitional. Therefore, will need to pick the Thomas O'Brien Maritime rug. Happy holidays!

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  86. Tina what a giveaway! That bench would be perfect for my family room. I love it. Love your blog too and of course Safavieh Own a beautiful Thomas O Brien rug from them which is my dining room rug and I love it. Love the Samantha chandelier, am in the market for one for my living room ant this could be a great option. Thank you for the chance and Safavieh as well. Merry Christmas to all.

    Ellen

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  87. Dear Tina,

    I love Savavieh, too! I bought their kilim ottoman years ago for my daughter as her first piece of "big girl" furniture when she moved to NYC after college and it is still her favorite. As for me, I would dearly love to have Suzanne Kasler's Jaguar rug in my dressing room! Isn't if fabulous? Better be thinking about making red velvet cookies right now….happy holidays and thanks for all of the inspiration that you give us all the year through!

    Debi T

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  88. This is a wonderful company! Building a new home now and see many things that would fit perfectly! Love the Blair bench as well as the Ramsey one.....and that's just from the 'bench' section! Thanks, Laura Roe
    Lroe575852@aol.com

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  89. Love your blog! The Sandra slipcovered chair would look awesome in my living room - 2 please. The bench is also on my list.

    Thanks for the great giveaway
    Thelma at rerwingarcia@aol.com

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  90. What an exciting giveaway! It is hard to choose but, I do the love the Fallon wingback chair.

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  91. Fabulous Safavieh! Love so many things...really like the Lutyens settee...so classic:-) Carol P.

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  92. Love Safavieh! Especially the cabriolet legged bench! This will look fabulous in front of my bed!

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  93. I love the Vitali Chaise. The bench would be a great Christmas surprise for me!!!

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  94. Happy Holidays! What a fantastic giveaway. I have the perfect place for the bench in my bedroom. I went to their site and fell in love with the Colin Tufted Club Chair. Also loved their rug selection. Warmly, Debbie S.

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  95. Merry Christmas, Tina. Thank you for always being so supportive and sweet. I love coming over to your beautiful, elegant and enchanted world. You do make the web a lovely place to visit. xoxo

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  96. I Love Safavieh! I think the game table is the perfect Christmas gift for my husband.

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  97. I am struck by the Peyton cowhide pillow!
    Cheers!

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  98. Tina love the fallon wingback chair, looking for one for our study, and I may just have to indulge, their prices also seem really good, so happy to know of this resource. I would love to win that bench, it would go perfectly at the foot of my bed. Thank you the chance, and hope you are ready for Christmas!

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  99. Hi Tina, Hope you are feeling better! I love the Walter Chair. What a perfect place to cozy up with a beverage and a book! Merry Christmas!!!

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  100. I love the ADRIA chesterfield sofa.
    Monica Sophie
    dsophie@bellsouth.net

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  101. I love the bed in the first photo and also the adirondack bench. The fallon wingback chair is a favorite too.

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  102. They have so many beautiful items! I love the Peyton Gold Cowhide pillows; they would add a touch of rustic glam to my family room sofa. Thanks for the wonderful bench giveaway! JuliaW cre8tivew4@yahoo.com

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  103. So many great pieces of furniture. I really like the Brayton chair, we need more seating in our family room. Thanks for the chance to win the beautiful bench. Merry Christmas.
    Rschrimsh(at)aol(dot)com

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  104. I love the Christopher Guy Tufted King Bed!

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  105. Oh how I love a beautiful sofa. We have the sofa in the last image at the beach and I love it so much I want one at home - it's amazing!! Wishing you the merriest Christmas and all the best in the new year. Thank you for your friendship (you're the best!), and for all of the gorgeous inspiration on your blog!!!

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  106. Dear Tina,
    I am reading your blog from Italy and I think it is really beautiful !
    I have seen the goodies of Safavieh Home and one of my favourite one is the Fuller Chair. I would like to have two for my dining room. I would like also to win the beautiful bench for my bedroom...Thank you and Merry Christmas. Claudia

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  107. I love the Endora chair! It is absolutely beautiful!

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