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Hurray for National Craft Month! Who knew I would have so many fun prizes for you?? The friendly folks at Plaid Enterprises have offered two prize packages, the first of which begins today. One lucky winner will receive the following items in their prize package:

Mod Podge
Gallery Glass
Extreme Glitter
FolkArt paint
Brushes
Stencils
and some bonus goodies too!

Did you know that you can find all sorts of cool projects using Plaid products on their blog, Paint Me Plaid? Be sure to check out the blog for lots of great ideas using gallery glass, FolkArt paints, glitter paint, and more!

HOW TO ENTER
Simply leave a comment on this post and tell us which Plaid products are your favorites, and which ones you are dying to try! Tell us all about it before March 17th at midnight CST!

ELIGIBILITY
As much as we would love to include our Canadian and international friends I’m afraid this giveaway is restricted to those with a U.S. mailing address. If you live outside of the U.S. but have an address within the U.S. that we can ship to then you’re in! Otherwise, we truly apologize. You must be 18 or older to enter. Winner will be randomly selected on March 18th and notified via email. Winner will have 72 hours to respond with their shipping address, otherwise an alternate winner will be drawn. Good luck!

Please note, all prizes will be shipped at the conclusion of our National Craft Month celebration. Winners should allow 4-6 weeks for delivery after April 1, 2011.

Keep your eyes peeled for more fun to celebrate National Craft Month!

Comments

  2. I love the folk art paint and mod podge!
    The Gallery Glass has been on my “try” list for awhile now.

  6. Folk art paint is a staple in my crafting stash! I’d like to try some finishes of mod podge other than my go to matte.

  7. Have always loved Folk Art paint and stencil paint. Also Mod Podge. Would like to try some of the glass/ceramic paints and the glittery paints

  8. I love Mod Podge – it has so many uses! And I’m really excited to try the Gallery Glass.

  11. Thank you for the chance to win!! Great products you have, have not tried the gallery glass but it has endless possibilities!!

  13. I love using Mod Podge! I would love to try the simply screen line of products since I also love making t-shirts! Thanks for doing the giveaway!

  15. This would be so great and such a blessing! I teach all the children in our tiny church and try to make every lesson exciting and active, so I use lots of crafts. We really don’t have funds for this, but I do as best I can. (Our pastor serves at his own expense.) I love these products and ModPodge is indispensable for making my paper models (which I make LOTS of) last for future lessons (making them a better investment). I would so love to try the glitter! Even the boys in class adore glitter (which surprised me, but I LOVE glitter so it’s worked out great!). Please visit my blog and in the left column you will see the label cloud – click “Children’s Bible Class Lessons” for a peek at some of the curriculum I create for them and the crafts I do with them. Thank you SO MUCH for a chance at winning this giveaway!!!! 🙂

  25. Folk art paints are a staple in my art cabinet. They are used frequently for kids crafts, bible school decorations and so much more. I also am a fan of modge podge.

  28. I have a serious relationship with my Mod Podge..I don’t know what I did before I found it! Great Giveaway!

  29. ModgePodge is of course my absolute favorite (can you really craft without it????? lol) but I”d love to try the extreme glitter!

  30. I LOVE ModgePodge. I’ve use it so many times, and I’m sort of lost without it! I’d love to try the Gallery Glass. I can think of a few projects I could probably use that on.

  32. I have used both the Mod Podge and the Folkart paint many times over the years. I have yet to try the Gallery Glass and would love to!

  34. I would bathe in Mod Podge, if I could 🙂 As for their other product…I would love to try any and all of them!

  36. Folk Art paint and Modge Podge are staples in our home. I would LOVE to try the Extreme Glitter…I’m in a sparkly phase right now…

  37. Love love love modge podge. Can’t wait to try the dimension. love thier paint and just tried the extreme glitter at Christmas and I must have all the colors.

  38. I am dying to try the fabric paints. I’ve seen tons of freezer paper stenciling tutorials and have tons of ideas. Just have to find tons of time now. 🙂

  41. Hi – I would love to try Gallery Glass. I always wanted to do stained glass. This sounds so much easier. Thanks.

  42. I’ve been using FolkArt paint and Mod Podge for as long as I can remember. I’d love to try to create with the Stained Glass paint. Good luck everyone!

  45. I love all types of Mod Podge. I would love to win the paint and learn how to do the one stroke brush method of painting. Please, oh please, pick me, pick me!

  46. What’s not to love about Mod Podge?! And the Gallery glass is something I’d like to play with. Thanks for the chance to win!

  47. I so want to do Modge Podge and love the extreme glitter.I am just getting itno crafting and these giveaways are so cool

  48. I love FolkArt paint. They mix well and allows me to make any color I want the the Gallery Glass paint is so pretty to make stained glass with and is easy to use.

  49. I’m in LOOOOOVE with Mod Podge!! You can use it with paper, fabric, to make screen prints for custom printed tee-shirts and even small toys! I totally Mod Podged a happy meal Barbie to a pickle jar for my Mom in 5th grade, she still uses it for cotton balls in her bathroom to this day and I’m 22 years old! And I’d love to try anything with glitter.. I mean come on? What crafting without glitter?!

  53. I would love to try the Mod Podge. I have never had the opportunity and winning this would get me started. I haven’t tried any of the products but am now aware of how wonderful they are.

  56. I LOOOOOOOOOOVE Mod Podge – particularly the matte version – i’ve used it on EVERYTHING! I repurposed an old, ugly dresser by simply using scrapbook paper and matte mod podge on the face of each drawer to create a beautiful, girly dresser for my 5 year old’s room!!!

    Something I’ve been wanting to try out is the Folk Art Texture Paint – i’m thinking it will be super awesome on some of my repurposing projects!!!! Thanks for being such a fantastic company and for such a fun giveaway!

  57. I have used the folk art on many projects and I can get an exact if I nee to match something to repair. I have never used the gallery glass and would love to try it. This is a GREAT compilation of things I really could use.

  58. I use the basic paint all the time have just stared using the Mod Podge and would love to try the Gallery Glass. I see so many great project ideas and would be really excited to use these products to try them.

  59. I L.O.V.E. Mod Podge…I see a blank surface in our house and I get an itch to slap something on with Mod Podge! 🙂 I have been reading a lot about stenciling lately so that’s definitely what I’m dying to try! Thanks for this opportunity!

  60. I love FolkArt Paint and Modge Podge and use both regularly. I’ve been wanting to try the Simply Screen stencils and paint.

  61. I’ve used their paints and Mod Podge for various crafts and I really want to try the Gallery Glass.

  65. I just got in to Mod Podge and love it!!!! I’d like to try the Extreme Glitter or Gallery Glass.

  67. Being an avid art journalist I love Mod Podge and go thrrough it by the gallons!!

  70. I love Mod Podge, just like everyone else here! What’s not to love? It’s an addiction!! I would love to try the Extreme Glitter, as I haven’t seen this in retail, yet!! Thanks for the chance to win!!
    [email protected]

  71. I absolutely love Mod Podge…and it is so apparent that I am not alone! Great minds think alike, right? And I would love to try….hmmm…so hard to decide….my brushes are just awful, and I would love to try some Plaid ones…but that Extreme Glitter…sounds so tempting!!!

  72. The glass paint and faux lead sounds really great. I’ve never used it, but there’s no better time than the present to try something new!

    rademann at gmail dot com

  75. Being a crafter & a creative person i will love to have this giveaway,i love Mod Podge,i won a starter pack from Mod Podge Rocks blog,its not available in my country so i will love to have this awesome package..thanks a bunch for giving me a chance here so i can approach here

  76. I love Mod Podge and would love to try the other versions of it as well! I have also used folk art paint and some stencils. Hard to choose!

  78. I haven’t used all their products, but I have used the Gallery Glass paints, and I absolutely love them. They are so perfect for making little window stickies for kids to hang up for different holidays.

  80. Love the Mod Podge and the acrylic paint. Would love to try the rest of the items, too!

  85. I use the acrylic paint for just about everything, from art projects with the kids to touching up cat scratches in the furniture. I’ve been dying to try something with Mod Podge.

  86. I’ve only had the guts to paint a picture frame with the acrylic paint! I need to get out more.

  88. I have mod podge but have never used it YET … but I love the fabric paints they offer.

  90. I love Mod Podge and have also used several of the paints. I’m a teacher and use it in my art classes, my students love the glitter paints. Would love to try all their products.

  93. I already love mod podge but I would love to try to gallery glass products. That is amazing!

  94. I love to paint, and therefore would love to try each of these wonderful supplies, so I can tell my friends about them! I also would like to try out some new paintbrushes.

  95. I love mod podge and use it for everything! I’m also a longtime user of the folk art paints! I’d love to try to gallery glass and the mod podge dimensional!

  98. Mod Podge is simply the best; I always have both glossy and matte on-hand. I’d be delighted to try anything made by Plaid, based on my joy with Mod Podge!

  100. I have returned to my love of Mod Podge lately, and am fascinated to know what Extreme Glitter is!

  101. I’ve used Folk Art Paint Mod Podge forever. The magpie in me is extremely attracted to trying anything that’s called ‘Extreme Glitter’!

  103. I love the Apple Barrel paints, I use them all the time. Would love to try the extreme glitter.

  104. I LOVE Mod Podge and I would love to try the Extreme Glitter and I am also in need of new brushes, so I would like to try those out as well.

  105. I love mod podge and I use all their craft paint. I would love to see and use the extreme glitter, it sounds so fun!

  108. I love folk art acrylics and use them to paint sculpted projects.

    And through all my years of crafting I’ve always wanted to, but never tried, mod podge. So I’d love to win some! =)

  109. I currently use acrylic paints (lately I’ve been painting every basket and piece of wood or terra cotta around the house that I possibly can), and just bought my first ModPodge to try (because of the Mad about ModPodge blog!). I’d love to try Extreme Glitter – I’m a huge fan of dry glitter products on paper projects, and you just can’t get TOO MUCH glitter bling!!!!!!!

  110. I love ALL of Plaids paints and I’m just now getting to know all the fun and crafty things Mod Podge can do! :0)

  111. I love all the paints and the great color selection. You can use them on just about everything. Mod Podge is great too! I have used it on many projects.

  112. I love love LOVE modpodge. I work with paper a lot, and I should buy stock in this stuff I use it so much!! I also use the folk art paint, but I haven’t tried the shiny paint yet and would love to!

  113. I just discovered Mod Podge (little slow!), and am obsessed. I think I’d Mod Podge my kids if they would stop moving. 🙂 I’ve used the Folk Art paints to make wooden letter names for my kids’ rooms. I’d love to try Extreme Glitter.

  114. LOVE the Modge Podge! We do a lot of crafts with it in our MOPS (Mothers Of PreSchoolers) group.

  115. Oh my, I’ve used lots of the paints for all kinds of projects, mod podge for unlimited things and even some of the Gallery Glass as I am doing a stained glass border on all my windows. But I have never tried the Extreme Glitter though I’m sure I could find a project for it. I pretty much have at least 10 projects going at any one time.

  117. I would like to try the Gallery Glass but then again I would like to get my fingers on almost all of the products. Too Much Fun!

  120. I love FolkArt paint, but I’m dying to try Mod Podge after seeing so many video tutorials on how to use it. I might decoupage just about anything once I get the hang of it 🙂

  124. I’m addicted to Mod-Podge and the line of Folk Art Paints. You can do such a variety of things with these wonderful products! I really would love to try the Gallery Glass and Extreme Glitter, as well as many of the other products offered by Plaid!

  126. I love Mod Podge for making great crafts for my own use and for gifts. I have used it during crafts while working with children in Vacation Bible School and we had a blast!! I have also used Folk Art paints for tole painting and love the assortment of colors.

  127. I love the Dimensional Magic and think that the Extreme Glitter sounds like fun….how could you go wrong with glitter, right?!!

  129. I love extreme glitter and folk art paints. I would love to try Mod Podge, I have been seeing some really fun Mod Podge ideas!

  130. I love the mod podge!! I’ve used it for everything from sealing a painted clipboard, to covering boxes with wedding paper for a card box. It has so many uses it’s amazing!! I have a few coaster projects I wanna use it for next 🙂

  134. Love mod podge, just made plastic Easter eggs with mod podge and torn tissue paper pieces! Great activity for kids also!

  135. Will I love it all and there is some I haven’t tried Like the dimensional magic and the extreme glitter.
    Hugs

  137. I am new at crafting but I have used modge podge to make some epson salt luminaries. I loved it so I hope I get the chance to explore some more.

  138. I absolutely love Modge Podge. Would love to try the extreme glitter. I saw some really cute clothespins made with the extreme glitter.

  140. Modge to the Podge!! Especially the dimensional!! I love all the Plaid products and would love to try some of the fabric paints! Thanks for the contest!! 🙂

  141. I love Mod Podge and have been searching the craft stores for Mod Podge Demensional. Extreme Glitter sounds like a lot of fun too!

  142. I can’t live without Mod Podge! FolkArt acrylic paint is the best!! I haven’t yet tried the extreme glitter so that would be what I’d most like to try. Thanks for the chance to win!!!

  146. I’m hooked on Gallery Glass. I just finished doing a pattern on my kitchen back door. It looks amazing. I love all of the Plaid Products. I haven’t found one that I don’t like. 🙂

  148. I’ve used the folkart paint but I’ve never modgepodged anything–I should really try soon.

  149. I also love Modge Podge and would love to try the extreme glitter on a t-shirt. Wouldn’t that be cool?

  150. I have used folk art products for years, love the modge podge and their paints and mediums. I would love to try the antique polish, that looks like a nice aging medium.

    Debbie

  151. Outdoor Acrylic Paints – they last longer than any I’ve ever tried straight from the bottle

  152. I’ve been using Folkart paint since I learned HOW to paint when I was a little girl, and I’ve been crafting with Gallery Glass paint for about 6 or 7 years now, but I’ve always wanted to try Modge Podge, & the Extreme Glitter just sounds like Extreme Fun!

  155. Mod podge is the funnest most versatile coverage I have ever used. I have mixed glitter into mine, added ritz dye powder, and had a wonderful frame. I used Mod Podge to cover some polymer clay pendants too. I have yet to use the gallery glass. However SPRING is coming, and my windows will be seen alot more, so maybe I can try it on them. LOVE stencils. FolkArt paint is always somewhere in my Art Studio. Brushes are a must, depends on what project or experiment I am using them for.

  159. I use Folk Art acrylics pretty much daily. I didn’t realize you guys made brushes! I have an awful time finding decent paintbrushes, so I’d love to try those!

  160. I love doing projects with Mod Podge. It is the perfect tool for one’s crafty box. I’d love to give the Extreme Glitter a try.

  161. Modge Podge is so great that I should have it on tap like hot and cold running water. I would love to try some new paints as well.

  163. I am new to crafting. I never realized there was so much that could be done. I don’t know where to start. I like making jewelry and would love to try out the dimension magic.

  167. My favorite product is Collage Pauge for the work I do in my studio. The product I would want to try is Extreme Glitter, what I couldn’t with this product.

  171. I’m obsessively in love with Mod Podge! And, I would really like to try the Extreme Glitter!

    Thanks so muh for sharing & the chance to win!

    ~Ola
    okj83 at live dot com
    zloe.blogspot.com

  172. I just bought some Mod Podge to try for the first time…I saw an idea somewhere to Mod Podge pictures onto plant pots and thought it would be a fun project to do with my granddaughter…We will give it a try this weekend…

  173. I use Modge Podge for a million different crafts that I do, and have drawers full of the Folk Art paints. Can’t wait to start a new project I have with the dimensional version. Thanks for the giveaway and happy crafting to everyone!!

  174. I have so many! I’ve been using the paints for years making custom baby wreaths, and I use the mod podge for alot of stuff. I have oodles of paints, but I am really itching to get back into detailed painting on furniture that is upcycled!

  175. Folk Art/Apple Barrel have been my go-to paints since…I can remember. And Mod Podge always has a home in my craft room. I’d love to give the Dimensional Magic stuff a try!

  178. I just cleaned out my old paints and could really use new ones for some projects (4) I need to work on.

  179. I have used Mod Podge and Folk Art/Apple Barrel for a long time now. I would love to try different things.

  180. I have not tried any of these and would love to try all, specially FolkArt Paints, brushes & stencils.

  181. I love the Gallery Glass, I made a stained glass window that is hanging in my living room. I would love to try the Extreme Glitter

  183. Well, I have been using plaid acrylic paints for 20 years or so, I have sooooooo many…one thing I have never tried is the bakeable glass paint…so that’s what I would like to try! ps: their paint products ROCK!! and I LOVE their little Scottie dog in the banner on their website..so cute!

    michelletripper (at) yahoo (dot) ca

  184. We are moving house in a couple of months, so would love all of it to help us make it home!

  185. I’ve been using and loving folk art paint for my whole life, and have just recently begun to discover the joys of mod podge.

    I’d love to try the bakeable paints for my boring dishware, and I don’t know what extreme glitter is, but I’m off to their website to find out. Anything with that name is bound to be fabulous!

    Hope I win!

  187. I feel like I go through Mod Podge by the gallon in my collage work! gallery Glass sounds like it could be fun to try with my Girl Scouts……

  189. Mod Podge is a staple but I want to try the Extreme Glitter and glass paint. After reading all the comments, I’m going to have a hard time concentrating on work today since all I want to do is craft now!

  190. Love your paints and Mod Podge! Wish it were easier to find Fabric Mod Podge and Gallery Glass around here…

  192. I go into a panic if I think my stash of Mod Podge is getting low. What would happen if we had a blizzard and I had NO Mod Podge???? I would like to try the glitter.

  195. I love modge Podge, have used it to make one of a kind lamp bases…using the modge podge and glitter and paint I create the lamps to accent the decor of the room…

    Then I also put some sparkly things on the lampshade, and viola! a one of a kind creation that reflects the beauty of its surroundings…awesome product!

  196. I have just started using mod podge and i love it!!! I also love the glitter paint! I would really love to try every single thing plaid makes because everything I’ve used of theirs is fantastic!!!

  197. I love the ModgePodge,in fact, I just emptied a jar(bottle?). Not to worry, I have a backup LOL! I am intrigued by the Extreme Glitter…hmmm….

  200. I just discovered Modge Podge. I have started Modge Podging everything in my house. If the kids would stand still I would Modge Podge them too. I would like to use the glitter Modge Podge to do a comic book project.

  204. I’ve used Folk art paints for years & love it! Painting is my passion! I would love to try the glass paints for a faux stained glass idea I’m working on ! Thanks Plaid paints!

  206. favorite all time product – mod podge, infinate number of uses. Would love to try glass paints for a table top I have in mind to embellish

  207. I’ve been using Mod Podge forever! I would love to try the glitter paint to put some bling in my life.

  209. I love mod podge and the acrylic paints. I have been wanting to try their outdoor paint on a few things outside – especially now it is starting to feel like spring!

  216. WOW!!! What a NICE giveaway!!!! I LOVE Plaid Products!!!! MY FAVORITE product? I have to say, Gallery Glass!!! I did a small window in our last home—-It had, if I remember right, 4-5 panels on it! I did a geometric design. I believe it was ONE of the things that made our dinning room really stand out!!! A PRODUCT I’D LIKE TO TRY? Well, I’D REALLY LOVE to learn how to paint like Donna Dewberry!!! 🙂

  217. I have always wanted to try “Modge Podge” But now the “Gallery Glass” has got me so intrigued!

  218. I love, love, love, did I mention, love? Love Modge Podge!! Its amazing sauce!! I would like to try there Fold Art Enamels paint.

  219. I have a pretty big collection of Folk Art paint, and I’d really love to try the gallery glass!

  221. I think Mod Podge is an essential in every crafter’s closet. I’d love to try the glass paint.

  223. Modge Podge Glossy and Pearlescent Plaid paint! Really? Is there any thing more wonderful!?

  224. I love Mod Podge and the metallic paints. I have been wanting to try the Gallery Glass paint.

  225. Oh my…where don’t we use Plaid products…Mod Podge is must!!!

    Me & the kids use Folk Art paint to spruce up just about everything around the house. 🙂

    I can’t wait to use the glass paint…I’m dying to paint mustaches on my glasses so when you drink it looks like you have a mustache… lol 🙂

    <3<3<3

  227. Lets face it Mod Podge is the best! As Elena said above.. it is an essential part of every crafter’s closet.

  228. I have used Folk Art paints for years. I tried a mod podge project many years ago. I’m anxious to try it again and see if it works as well as before. I would love to try the Gallery Glass as I have the 2 narrow side windows beside my stained glass door and would love the convert them to stained glass also. I retired not long ago and now have all this time to do the things I’ve been wanting to try for years. I’m lerning about the blogs and end up going from one to another for hours like a kid in a candy shop.

  229. What crafter in their right mind does not have a tub of Mod Podge? I mean, seriously… can you do crafts without it? I am looking forward to experimenting with Mod Podge and metallic paints on glass.

  231. I use the Folk Art paint often and would love to try some of the other products. Thanks so much for offering the giveaway!

  235. I’ve used all of the products listed. Great products also. I really like the extreme glitter since that is the newest one I’ve used. I am also looking for Petal Porcelain. I’m using what my mom had about 20 years ago and cannot find any new bottles around here. 🙂

  238. I love it all ! I’m 84 and I’ve done it ALL.
    And I’m going to do it ALL.

  239. I’d really like to try the Modge Podge Dimensional and glitter, they look like they would spark the imagination. PLAID is such a quality brand, I love their paints too.

  242. Mod Podge is a stable at my house. It’s so great!
    I have to say, I love glitter, so “Extreme Glitter” sounds intriguing!

  245. I love the folk art paints. There are so many things you can do with them. I would love to try the gallery glass line.

  246. doesn’t everyone buy modge podge by the case?! i look forward to trying the extreme glitter…

  247. OMGoodness there are a lot of ladies out there wanting to win this wonderful gift package!! I just want to say that I too, want to win. I volunteer at the Freedom for Youth Center in Des Moines and work with at risk teen girls and would love to have this kit so I can teach my girls decoupage. I think they would love doing this, especially if they could make jewelry. Thank you for offering this wonderful package.

  249. I use every plaid product I can find, which is typically only at our WalMart. I would love to have access to more.

  251. How would I dver decide on one favourite product. Not possible! I love mod podge and stencils. Good going!

  255. I looooove modge podge. I can’t live without it. LOL!

    I would really like to try out extreme glitter. Anything with the word extreme and add glitter to it sounds amazing.

  257. Wow this would be great! My favorite is Mod Podge and the product I am dying to try is extreme glitter.

  259. I love Mod Podge products!! I would love to try Mod Poge Glass, Mod Podge Glitter and stencils. I would Love to win this, Ive never won…anything!!! Thank You

  266. I have used the Gallery Glass and love it. I have made quite a few projects with it. I have also used the FolkArt and love the way it goes on my projects.

  269. I’m really curious about the gallery glass and hands down Mod Podge is my ultimate go-to item in my craft room. It’s fabulous! 🙂

  272. Mod podge is the basic cure-all for the blues. If you can cut it out you can stick it on nearly anything

  275. Glitter and MOD Podge with Folk Art Paints? OMG! Heaven…thanks for the opportunity to win such a great prize. I love Plaid Products.

  277. WOOO HOOO! What an AWESOME giveaway!!! I LOVE LOVE LOVE FolkArt paint and Mod Podge!! FolkArt is my choice paint ALWAYS!! Its what I learned with and fell in love with… THANK YOU!!!

  279. I would like to try the Mod Podge and Glitter. I’ve used the paint,brushes and stencils.

  282. Love the ideas for Kids Crafts by Plaid! Always great ideas for my two.

    I can never have enough modge podge. I would love to be putting some St. Patricks day stuff together this weekend with the last of my modge podge.

  284. Mod Podge is true magic! I would love to try Extreme Glitter … sounds fun! Thank you.

  285. I love the Folk Art acrylics and use Modge Podge on almost every kind of craft I do. I never can find any of the Modge Podge products except for matte and glossy. I would love to give some of the others a try!

  287. I love Modge Podge and the Acrylic paints. I would love to try the Gallery Glass, the actual Fabric paint and stencils and your enamel paint. Thanks for the giveaway.

  288. I use the acrylic paint and Mod Podge and would love to try the extreme glitter.

  290. What products don’t I love from Plaid? I love them all. I love Mod Podge, Folk Art Paint & my newest love Extreme Glitter. I would love to try gallery glass.

  293. I am a Mod♥Podge♥a-holic! I love it and have hooked a few of my friends on it as well. Im a crafter and cannot live without my acrylic paints they are a staple in my craftroom 😀

    I am eager to try MP dimensional magic , gallery paint and extremem glitter

  296. I’ve never used any of the Plaid Projects’ things. I have been DYING to try Mod Podge, and i need some new brushes…..

  297. Love this giveaway! Mod Podge is a favorite, when my kids were little they always said if they stood still long enough, I would Mod Podge them to something!

  298. I love the folk art paint but want to try the mod podge with some copies of antique photos for jewelry!

  299. I love the folk art paints. They are always at arms length for instant projects. Gallery glass is awesome. So fun to work with.

  300. I have just resently discovered that I LOVE Modge Podge!! I just purchased the paper one for scrapbooking and used it yesterday.

  301. I’m a big fan of Plaid products. Longtime user of Folk Art paints. Been using Modpodge for years and years. Cannot believe all of the new “varieties” there are. Would love to try some of them such as Hard Coat. Would also love to try the liquid leafing.

  306. I love mod podge, and have wanted to try gallery glass since I started experimenting with glass painting

  308. Mod Podge is a staple in my house…I use it in about 50% of the crafts that I do! It’s one of my all time favorite products.

  311. I paint lots of woods and ceramics and use the different paints all the time. I also use Mod Podge here and there. I would love to try Extreme Glitter.

  317. I love Mod Podge and I would like to try some of their finishes other than the matte I always use.

  318. I love the variety of products Plaid has to offer. I’ve made some custom t-shirts using Plaid’s acrylic paints & brushes, and they’ve always come out looking fantastic. Of course, who can forget about the Mod Podge? I love its versatility! I can use it as a glaze for my polymer clay and also as glue for my decoupage. I’ve seen some amazing charms made with Mod Podge Dimensional Magic, and I can’t wait to try it out!

  320. I would love to try the glass paint. I use a lot of the other products but I have never used the glass paint. Thanks for the giveaway.

  322. I have used all of them (and love them) with my favorites being Mod Podge and Folk Art paint. I actually just bought some yesterday. We go through them quickly!
    Thanks for the chance to win some!

  323. Picking just one is sooo hard, but if I must, then I would have to say the mod podge as its the best ive tried by far!

  325. Mod Podge wow it the best there is i use it in so many way just thank you who ever made it i know if i win this it keeper welli know i share some but i keep most of it i love to make my on cards and i use the mod podge to make apart of my card pop and with mod podge my cards turn out great thankyou so very much i hope everyone had great craft month

  330. I can’t let a day go by without using the Folk Art Paint for my shabby chic signs! I’m seriously intrigued by the Extreme Glitter…can see some incredible Christmas projects made with it!

  335. I use a lot of their products, the gallery glass and Mod Podge the most. I would love to try their liquid leafing.

  336. Gallery Glass is a lot of fun to work with. I’d love to try more products, like the Mod Podge Dimensional Magic!

  338. Without a doubt Modge Podge is my favorite. Of course I can always find an excuse to try out a new product. Fun!

  340. I soooo want to try Mod Podge! I’ve been drooling over that for a looong time. However, I don’t know if it’s possible to beat the acrylic paint – that’s some good stuff!

    Thank you for the giveaway – what fun!

  341. I absolutely love Plaid products! Modge Podge has been a great friend to me since I was in middle school! I use the FolkArt acrylics in a bunch of projects as well. I would love to try the glass paint and the glitter paint! 🙂

  343. I love the gallery glass and folkart, but I’m itching to try something that works on fabric :o) I have a scarf and a tote I’d love to create some original art on! Cheers!

  345. Love all the products of course, but can any girl really get too much glitter.????Cathy

  346. Give me the “little” bottles of paint, glitter and etc. and I can create great things for my grandkids. So much fun for them and more fun for me.

  348. I love love love the Mod Podge I’ve used it on so many projects.I can’t wait to try the Extreme Glitter,haven’t seen it in our stores here but…will it glitter my cell phone?Can’t wait to try

  350. Thanks for the opportunity!

    My favorite product is Mod Podge!

    I’m dying to try Dimensional Magic by Mod Podge, but have been unable to locate it.

    Thank you!
    Shoni

    shonijunk (at) yahoo (dot) com

  351. It makes me happy, it makes me glad
    To see the generosity from a company called Plaid!

    A busy family life made for a creative dodge,
    But I made time to experiment with Mod Podge.

    I didn’t hold back, I didn’t use restraint,
    I just loved it so much, now I want to paint!

    With supplies ready to go I’m looking for a class
    I want to learn more about Gallery Glass.

    I can’t wait to try the products and send a Twitter,
    “You’ve got to try Extreme Glitter!”

    I’m so excited my artistic world has been released,
    To win this prize pack would be an artistic feast!

  352. Again my Kids and I work on alot of different crft for 4H and ou local cunty fair so this would be great if we could win this.

  353. I just planned out my very first Mod Podge project! I would love to try out the Gallery Glass and I am mega curious to see what I can do with the Extreme Glitter, this is a great giveaway. Thanks for the chance! Fingers crossed!

  354. Wow! I’ve been Mod Podging since I was a teen, and let me tell you that has been a long time, and I still love it!
    I’ve been wanting to try the Gallery Glass, so I’ll be looking into that soon. Thnaks for such a GREAT giveaway!

Have you read?

How the Wilthons Transformed Their Backyard Into a Self-Sufficient Homestead in Just 6 Months

Imagine this: a typical suburban backyard filled with grass and a few shrubs. Now picture that same space transformed into a thriving homestead with vegetable gardens, chickens clucking happily in a coop, and a rainwater harvesting system in place. This is exactly what the Wilthon family accomplished in just six months, and their journey is nothing short of inspiring. From the moment they decided to make the leap into homesteading, they were determined to live a more sustainable, self-sufficient lifestyle. Here’s how they did it.

The Beginning of the Wilthons’ Homesteading Journey

It all started during the summer of 2024 when the Wilthon family—mom and dad, Emily and James, and their two kids, Lucy and Ben—decided that they wanted to make a change. Like many families, they were feeling the weight of rising grocery bills and the constant environmental stress weighing on their minds. Emily, a stay-at-home mom, had always been interested in gardening and sustainability. James, who worked as a software engineer, had a growing desire to reduce their family’s reliance on the grid and live in a way that aligned with their values.

After watching several homesteading documentaries and following local homesteaders on social media, Emily and James had an idea. They realized they didn’t need acres of land to start their homesteading adventure—just a little bit of creativity, hard work, and determination. They decided to transform their backyard into a fully functional homestead that could supply their family with food, water, and even energy—all within six months.

Step 1: Planning and Research

The Wilthons knew that starting a homestead from scratch required careful planning. They spent several weeks researching different homesteading methods, talking to local homesteaders, and getting advice from online communities. They also created a budget to ensure they could make the most of their resources.

“We knew we had to start small and not overwhelm ourselves,” said Emily. “It was about making gradual, manageable changes that would add up over time.”

Their plan included growing a vegetable garden, raising chickens for eggs, collecting rainwater, and implementing solar panels to reduce their dependence on the power grid. They also decided to start composting to reduce waste and improve soil quality for their garden.

Step 2: Building the Vegetable Garden

The first major project they tackled was transforming a large portion of their backyard into a garden. They started by researching which vegetables would grow best in their climate, focusing on easy-to-grow crops like tomatoes, lettuce, carrots, and peppers.

They used raised beds to make gardening easier, especially since the soil in their area wasn’t ideal for planting. Emily and James built the raised beds themselves using reclaimed wood, saving money while also practicing sustainable building methods.

“We wanted to make sure our garden would be productive, but we also wanted it to be low-maintenance and sustainable,” said James. “We opted for organic growing methods and started by composting kitchen scraps and using natural fertilizers.”

In just a few weeks, their garden began to thrive, and they were soon harvesting fresh vegetables right from their backyard.

Step 3: Raising Chickens for Eggs

Next on the Wilthons’ homesteading list was raising chickens. They did a lot of research on raising chickens for eggs and learned that it was one of the easiest and most rewarding aspects of homesteading.

The family built a simple chicken coop using leftover materials from their garden project, ensuring the chickens would be safe and comfortable. They started with six hens, choosing a breed known for being friendly and good egg layers.

“We were surprised at how easy it was to care for the chickens,” said Emily. “The kids loved collecting the eggs every morning, and we were amazed at how much of a difference it made to have fresh, homegrown eggs.”

Within just a few months, the Wilthons had a steady supply of eggs and were able to cut back on grocery store purchases. They even used the chicken manure to fertilize their garden, creating a sustainable loop in their homesteading system.

Step 4: Harvesting Rainwater

One of the most ambitious projects the Wilthons took on was harvesting rainwater. Living in a climate where water conservation is important, they saw the value in capturing rainwater for their garden and household needs.

They installed a rainwater collection system on their roof, which included gutters, downspouts, and a large storage tank. The system was fairly easy to install and didn’t require much maintenance.

“We’ve had a lot of rain this year, and the rainwater collection system has been a lifesaver,” said James. “We use the rainwater to water the garden, wash the car, and even for our outdoor cleaning. It’s amazing how much water we’ve saved.”

By collecting rainwater, the Wilthons not only saved money on their water bill but also reduced their environmental impact.

Step 5: Adding Solar Power

The final piece of their self-sufficient puzzle was adding solar panels to their home. The Wilthons had always wanted to reduce their reliance on fossil fuels, and solar energy seemed like the perfect way to do so.

After researching local solar panel installation companies and calculating their energy needs, they decided to install a small solar array on their roof. With their system in place, the Wilthons were able to generate enough energy to power their lights, appliances, and even their small garden pump.

“We didn’t want to go completely off-grid just yet, but being able to generate our own energy is a huge step in the right direction,” said Emily. “It gives us peace of mind knowing we’re contributing to a greener planet and saving money on our energy bills.”

Step 6: Learning Along the Way

The Wilthons were quick to realize that homesteading isn’t always easy. There were challenges, like dealing with pests in the garden and learning to manage the chickens. But every step of the way, they learned new skills and gained confidence in their ability to live more sustainably.

“We’ve made mistakes along the way, but that’s part of the process,” said James. “What’s important is that we’re learning and growing. The kids are more involved than ever, and we’re teaching them valuable skills that will last a lifetime.”

The Result: A Thriving Homestead

After just six months, the Wilthons had successfully transformed their suburban backyard into a fully functional homestead. They were growing their own food, collecting rainwater, raising chickens for eggs, and generating solar power to reduce their carbon footprint.

“We never imagined we’d be able to achieve all of this in just six months,” said Emily. “It’s been a lot of work, but the rewards are so worth it. We feel more connected to our food and the environment, and we’re teaching our kids valuable lessons about sustainability.”

Looking ahead, the Wilthons plan to continue expanding their homesteading efforts. They’re considering adding more chickens, possibly raising a few goats, and experimenting with more advanced gardening techniques like permaculture. They’re also exploring the idea of creating a small greenhouse to extend their growing season.

“The journey doesn’t end here,” said James. “Homesteading is a lifelong process, and we’re excited to see where it takes us.”

The Wilthon family’s story is a perfect example of how anyone, regardless of their living situation, can take small steps toward self-sufficiency. With dedication, planning, and a willingness to learn, the Wilthons turned their dreams of homesteading into a reality—and they did it in just six months.

Are you ready to start your own homesteading adventure? If the Wilthons can do it, so can you!