***This giveaway is now closed – see who won below!***
This week’s random winner is… Megan (who simply and politely entered “Pop me, please”). Congratulations, Megan!
We hope everyone had a relaxing Labor Day. We’re posting this update to reveal the details behind the little riddle we shared in Friday’s post and to summarize the giveaway for anyone who missed it. The three clues were soda cans (pop), a canvas, and a square Instagram-style photo border. Those hints pointed toward a prize perfect for Instagram users and anyone who likes turning photos into wall art.
About the Sponsor and the Prize
CanvasPop specializes in transforming Instagram shots and other photos into high-quality, gallery-style canvas prints. They offer UV-protected materials and a matte finish designed to resist scratches and preserve color. For this giveaway, CanvasPop provided a $300 credit to use toward custom canvas prints—an ideal prize for anyone who wants to display favorite vacation images, family portraits, or creative snapshots as framed wall art.
How the Contest Worked
- Prize: A $300 credit to spend at CanvasPop.
- How to Enter: Comment on the post with the words “POP ME” and answer the bonus question below.
- Bonus Question: Share your favorite photo from your summer adventures—an Instagram post, a phone snapshot, or any picture that captures a memorable moment. Tell us why it stands out: a stunning vacation view, a funny moment with the kids, an artsy composition of a sunset, or a classic summer scene like a barbecue or the beach.
- Deadline: The giveaway closed on Wednesday, Sept 5th at 8pm EST or when entries reached 10,000—whichever came first.
- Winners: One winner chosen at random.
- Shipping/Availability: The prize shipped to qualifying addresses in the United States and Canada.
- Discount: As a thank-you for readers, CanvasPop offered 30% off custom canvas art with code YHL30 (valid through Dec. 31, 2012).
- Entry Rules: One entry per email address. The winner was selected using random.org and announced in a follow-up post.
What We Loved About This Giveaway
This giveaway was meant to celebrate summer photos and give readers an easy way to turn their favorite snapshots into durable, exhibition-quality canvas prints. Whether you’re an Instagram addict who loves the square crop and filters or someone who takes photos on a phone or camera, this prize made it simple to put those images on the wall. CanvasPop’s focus on print longevity and color accuracy also made the prize particularly appealing to anyone who values long-lasting home decor.
Final Notes
We’re not paid or perked for hosting giveaways like this; we do them to thank readers for stopping by. For more information on how our giveaways work, see our Giveaway FAQ. Photos used in the post were provided courtesy of CanvasPop.
Thanks to everyone who entered and shared their summer snapshots. Stay tuned for more opportunities, and congratulations again to Megan—enjoy your new canvas!