***This giveaway is no longer accepting entries***
We are excited to spotlight a generous giveaway brought to you by two creative sources: Fresh Home and Cost Plus World Market. Fresh Home is a quarterly publication focused on stylish, budget-friendly home improvements and décor. Launched recently, it has quickly become a favorite resource for practical design ideas that help homeowners create beautiful, comfortable spaces without overspending. Cost Plus World Market is a retailer known for its eclectic selection of furniture, rugs, lighting, textiles, and accessories sourced from around the world, offering options that can furnish an entire room without feeling uniform or predictable.
The prize for this promotion was a $100 gift card to Cost Plus World Market, provided in partnership with Fresh Home magazine. With such a wide assortment of products—sofas, coffee tables, pillows, accent lighting, rugs, and small décor pieces—the gift card could be applied toward items that make a meaningful design impact, whether you wanted to refresh a single space or add finishing touches throughout your home. Many readers appreciate the way those finishing touches—like a new rug or a set of cushions—can transform a room’s mood and bring a fresh, cohesive look to everyday living areas.
Below is the original giveaway information, rewritten for clarity and ease of reading. Although entries are no longer being accepted, this summary captures the contest details and highlights why the prize was appealing to readers who enjoy practical and stylish home updates.
- Prize: $100 gift card to Cost Plus World Market, courtesy of Cost Plus World Market and Fresh Home magazine.
- How to Enter (original instructions): Participants were asked to leave a comment on the post that included the phrase “I’M FRESH.”
- Bonus Question (original): Entrants were invited to share a quick tip for feeling refreshed in warm weather—whether that’s a cool morning shower, a refreshing drink when coming in from the heat, a quick deodorant swipe between errands, or a minty mouthwash freshen-up between meetings.
- Giveaway Closed: The contest closed on Wednesday, August 18 at 8:00 PM Eastern.
- Number of Winners: One winner was to be selected.
- Prize Shipping: The giveaway was limited to recipients within the 50 United States.
- Official Rules (summary): Only one entry per email address was permitted. The winner was to be chosen at random using a standard random selection process and announced the following day.
The appeal of this collaboration stemmed from the natural fit between a magazine that champions accessible, fresh design solutions and a retailer that offers diverse, globally inspired home goods. For readers working on a budget-conscious makeover, the gift card could help bridge the gap between concept and finished room by bringing in a standout piece or a set of complementary accents. Fresh Home’s editorial focus on practical, stylish ideas complements Cost Plus World Market’s product mix, making the partnership a smart match for anyone refreshing their home’s look.
Although the giveaway is now closed, the underlying takeaway remains relevant: small, considered purchases—such as a new rug, a set of cushions, or lighting that changes the way a space feels—can deliver an outsized impact. If you missed this promotion, consider exploring seasonal sales, local retailers, and magazines that highlight budget-friendly design tips to discover the next great idea for updating your home.
Note: This post reflects the original giveaway details and has been edited for clarity and readability. Images and product photography originally credited to Cost Plus World Market and Fresh Home magazine accompanied the original announcement.