*** This giveaway is now closed — see the winners below! ***
After more than 10,000 name stories shared, random.org selected our winners: Beth (who writes that “my dad picked it out and to this day I’m whole heartily a daddy’s girl”) and Chelsea (whose parents chose her name after the 1981 film On Golden Pond). Congratulations to both!
Online Fabric Store is exactly what the name implies: a comprehensive online retailer for fabric in a wide range of categories. The store carries materials suited for upholstery, home décor, quilting, apparel and even outdoor and garden projects. Because the selection is broad, the two winners of this giveaway — each awarded a $250 gift card — had the freedom to choose from many possibilities: sew new pillow covers, craft a duvet, remake curtains, recover a chair, or tackle any number of sewing projects for the home or wardrobe. Their gift cards could cover small craft projects or more ambitious room updates.
- PRIZE: A $250 gift card to Online Fabric Store (two winners total)
- HOW TO ENTER: Comment on the original giveaway post with the phrase “FABRIC ME!” and share your answer to the bonus question below
- BONUS QUESTION: What is the story or meaning behind your name? Does it carry family significance? Was it inspired by a person, place, movie, or tradition? Or have you ever wanted a different name?
- NUMBER OF WINNERS: Two
- SHIPPING: This giveaway was open worldwide
- RULES SUMMARY: One entry per e-mail address. Winners were chosen at random and announced as an update to the original post on Thursday. Please refer to the giveaway post for the official announcement and full terms.
- COMMENT TROUBLESHOOTING: If you encounter a “duplicate comment” error when attempting to enter, check the comment form instructions on the post for troubleshooting tips or try logging out and back in, clearing your cache, or using a different browser.
A few notes about the Online Fabric Store and how their pricing works: yardage pricing often decreases as you buy more — the more yards you order, the lower the per-yard cost — and in many cases, orders over a modest amount qualify for free domestic shipping. That makes it easier to plan larger projects and keep costs reasonable when reupholstering furniture or ordering multiple yards for curtains and bedding. Whether you’re a beginner sewist, an experienced quilter, or a decorator tackling a room refresh, having a generous gift card can open up many creative options.
This giveaway was hosted as a thank-you to readers and followers. The blog team is not paid or provided special perks for running these promotions; they’re a way to show appreciation to the community. Photos for the giveaway were provided by Online Fabric Store. For more information about giveaways, including rules and frequently asked questions, please consult the giveaway FAQ on the original site.
Thanks to everyone who entered and shared such memorable name stories — the responses made this giveaway extra fun. If you didn’t win this time, stay tuned for future giveaways and more creative inspiration for sewing, decorating and DIY projects.