Of course I can't host a giveaway without thinking about what I'd do as a giveaway winner myself. Because I'm a sucker for all things kitchen (and my wish list contains many pricey items), I'd take my winnings and go straight to CSN's cookware store, where I'd mull over three of my favorite brands: Le Creuset, All Clad, and Shun. My final selection would be a big-ticket item made a little less big-ticket by a CSN gift certificate: a Cuisinart Elite food processor.
CSN Stores is offering one reader a $45 gift certificate to any of their stores. To enter, tell me the following:
1. Are you a "pick out a $45 item" kind of person or an "apply $45 toward something big" kind of person?
2. What would you get?
3. Make sure your e-mail address is included in the body of your comment or in your blogger profile - if you win but I can't find your address, I'll pick someone else.
The contest is open until 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, October 7, at which point I'll randomly select a winner using random.org. I'll announce the winner on Friday morning, before I jet off to Boston for the weekend. Good luck and happy shopping this week!
I think most of the time I would be a pick and Item that is close to the amount of the gc but there are times that I would purchase an item over the amount of the gc. There is an office chair that looks comfortable and it is over the amount so it would be a put towards the purchase.
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I would apply the $45 toward a Le Crueset 6-piece set in the light blue Caribbean color. I have salivated for it for 3 years!
ReplyDeleteHave to admit to being apply to something bigger kind of gal! Liking the look of the Cuisinart crock pot!
ReplyDeleteit totally depends on the item! we are thinking about getting a puppy soon, so everything in the dog section looks like fun.
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I'm a make a big purchase a little smaller kind of person. I'd buy a new car seat for my daughter, as she's growing like a week! Thanks!
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I am a follower of Dave Ramsey. I would pick something as close to $45 as I could. I'm a sucker for anything in the kitchen!
ReplyDeleteOoohh! I'd have to apply the $45 to a larger purchase. Probably something in the kitchen department. Oh how exciting!
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I'm in dire need of a new set of chef's knives, so I would apply the $45 to that. I didn't know about CSN Stores until now... I'm going to be browsing all morning!
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I'd apply the $45 to a larger purchase and would totally buy the Cuisinart Elite Food Processor you showed. I make my daughter's baby food and have recently come to terms with the fact that my food processor is on it's last leg.
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Oh I'd spend it all at once on a loaf pan that I have been eyeing!!
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I would apply the GC to a larger ticket item, namely the Kitchen Aid Stand Mixer (in RED of course)that we never received off of our registry this summer! candiann@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteToo. Many. Choices! But it would probably go towards kitchen gadget(s). hlblackley@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteIt depends on how broke I am,If I can afford to pay a few extra dollars,then I go over but otherwise I just get what I can fronm the gift card
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I would get some ginsu knives and a spring form pan!!! Thank you and have a wonderful week
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Drooling over a Kitchen Aid mixer, just in time for the holidays! nikki757575@hotmail.com
ReplyDeletei'm normally a "pick a $45 item" kind of girl, but i could really use some nicer new kitchen items, so maybe apply it towards a cuisinart or a lovely piece of all-clad cookware.
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thanks!
I was going to say that I'd use it to get a small kitchen funnel and a food scale because those are items I want for the kitchen but never remember to buy... which could easily come in at $45, but then I saw an Alessi stovetop espresso maker that I'd want, which would be a bit more. So I have no idea!
ReplyDeleteSometimes I'm a get $45 person and other times I would use it to take the sting out of a more expensive item. I'm more likely to just get $45 with a $45 certificate. But if I have a large certificate, I'm more likely to use it on an even larger item. Does that make sense? No? Maybe?
ReplyDeleteI would maybe get some paintable beadboard wallpaper, if it ever stops saying "Out of stock."
My email is visible through my blogger profile, but since you said you need it here: tammigirl at gmail dot com.
I'm a pick out a $45 item! Might as well not spend any of your money, right?
ReplyDeleteI'd get the Persimmon Duvet Set.
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I am in dire need of a mid-sized stockpot. I'd apply that certificate quicker than, um, well, certainly quicker than water boils in my current stockpot arrangement:).
ReplyDeleteLike you, I'm more likely to apply the $45 to a larger purchase. I would love an emulsion blender to make soups and sauces this fall - so I'd probably put the money towards that.
ReplyDeleteI would apply the $45 towards a bigger purchase. In this case I would apply it towards a jumperoo for my little one for Christmas :)
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I'm totally a "get $45 and apply it to something" kind of gal. And, funny that you put that picture up. I want a food processor! I have a 3 cup one, but that just doesn't cut it!
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I'm definitely going to be applying it to something big! I've been looking at the SodaStream for awhile now and winning this $45 would be the final push I need to add it to our arsenal of kitchen tools!
ReplyDeleteI'd totally apply the money towards a piece of Le Creuset- no question!!
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i would probably stick to the $45 and make it work- it's fun to see how close you can get (with shipping, too) without going over. :-) i'd like a step stool made by little colorado.
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I'm usually a get as much as I can for $45 kind of girl! :) With this, I'd get a new tripod for my camera! Thanks for hosting the giveaway!
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I would put it towards something big! Thanks for hosting the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteI would apply the $45 towards Calphalon Contemporary Nonstick 10" and 12" Omelet Combo Set - 1758439
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I would apply the $45.
ReplyDeleteI am looking for some cookware.
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I like to buy something that a gift card will completely cover-I love free!!
ReplyDeleteI would love to get a new purse like the
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Well, you know I'm hankering for a FP... and you officially have me back in the Cuisinart camp! But I'm also really, really wanting some Tangerine Fiestaware! It'd be a toss-up... and the other item will be front and center on my Christmas List!
ReplyDeleteI would use the $45 on something bigger, and since our living room is without any place to sit (no joke!) I'd put it towards some furniture. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks for hosting the giveaway!
I would put the 45 to something bigger,I think.It really just depends on what I want.
ReplyDeleteIf I win I am gonna get an area rug for my bedroom
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I would use it towards something around that price range but wouldn't mind going over $20, $30 bucks!
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I would cut it off at $45- I'm cheap. I'm looking at the BBQ covers for winter.
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I would probably get a $45 item BUT if there was something I really needed, I would certainly apply it to that! Right now I have my heart set on getting the GamaSonic Atmosphere Color Changing Bowl!
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I would apply it to a big ticket item that is on sale. I need a carry-on suitcase: Briggs & Riley TD-U521X-Sunset - Transcend 21" Carry-On Expandable Upright in Sunset
ReplyDeletehmm, i'm more of a apply it to a larger purchase shopper. but i'm also on a strict budget for the first time...
ReplyDeleteas far as what i would buy, it would *not* go in the kitchen as we have zero space for anything else. maybe some new sheets for the guest bedroom? we've had so many visitors since we've moved here and i'd love to spruce up the room. but not too much because i sort of like my weekends to myself.
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I'd apply it towards some baby items we still need before our first little in December. I think I'd go with a swing or playpen.
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Preparing for a new baby means I would probably stick pretty close to the $45 and then buy something baby related. BORING!!! lisaldyson@hotmail.com (I didn't see any small print about family not being able to get in on the action!)
ReplyDeleteIf I were sticking to my budget I would just get something $45. But, considering I have been wanting either a new duvet for the bedroom or a better coffee/espresso machine - I probably would apply the $45 to something bigger!
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I would totally have to put the $45 bucks to a bigger purchase. I'm jonesin' big time for an orange Kitchen Aid mixer..
ReplyDeleteI would put the $45 towards a fancy schmancy espresso maker!
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It all depends on what I am in need of at the moment. If it was an item I planned to get anyway, I would apply the money towards it. If it was just something I wanted but didn't necessarily need, I would probably buy something for the amount of the gift cert.
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Most of the time I'd apply GC moolah towards something big. This time i'd apply the $45 towards getting the Cuisinart Panini & Sandwich Press!
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ReplyDeleteIn this case I am a pick out a $45 item, I would put it towards a new hydration pack for hiking and the item is $40, so it works out!
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I'd use it toward a guidecraft kitchen helper. Thanks for the chance!
ReplyDeleteI'm an apply towards something big. I've had my eye on all-clad for a while, and this would help push me over the top.
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I would use it towards a step 2 waterwheel table for my daughter for her birthday! So I guess that means I would find something close to the price.
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