I went years and years without ever winning anything, oh that’s a lie I won $1000 on a radio competition when I was a first year hairdresser.
I had to split it 4 ways with the other girls I worked with but still came out feeling rich because I was a first year hairdresser earning just $127 per week. Growing up though I didn’t win running ribbons or talent shows, I couldn’t even win at bingo when my nan took me along to her Avon afternoons.
These days though I totally feel like a winner. Since I’ve been spending ALL my time on social media because…umm, I’m a blogger… I’ve been winning cool gear! Yeah, the saying is true, ‘you gotta be in it to win it’.
I’ve won jewellery, vouchers, home decorator pieces, even a years supply of Elizabeth Arden foundation!! Last week I won a gorgeous ‘Glasshouse candle’ pack and it’s too pretty not to snaps some pics and share.
This is a special limited edition ‘Birds of a Feather’ triple scented candle that has a feel good factor because some of the dollars from the sale of this range go to the Jane McGrath Foundation to help fund breast care nurses for breast cancer patients. Good huh.
I think this paragraph from the side of the box sums it up perfectly…
Flock together in support of a worthy cause. Birds of a feather pink sorbet is a summery blend of grapefruit, lemon and watermelon. Like a refreshing treat on a warm afternoon surrounded by friends.
Pretty perfect huh? Oh and along with the candle was a hand cream and hand wash. The wash is in my kitchen and the cream is on my coffee table as a reminder to soften my old hairdresser hands.
Did I mention the neon pink? Swoon!
Last week I had a birthday, Mother’s Day and walked in the Mothers Day Classic. Oh and I had breast cancer so this candle pack is just pretty bloody perfect for me don’t you think? Every time I light the candle it won’t only smell amazing, it’s going to make me feel good too!
Have you ever won anything on Facebook or Instagram? What’s the best thing you’ve ever won?
Til next time,
Jen x
You can find the Glasshouse ‘Birds of a Feather’ gift pack HERE
You can find my pretty sorbet green table runner from Peacocks and Paisleys (gifted) HERE
You can visit the McGrath foundation HERE
Emily says
May 11, 2015 at 4:41 pmI just ordered one on line! Waiting for it to arrive, it sounds like it smells divine, can’t wait. And congrats on your lucky streak!
Jenni says
May 11, 2015 at 5:03 pmOh that’s awesome Emily! It smells so pretty…and looks pretty. Enjoy 🙂
Kathryn says
May 11, 2015 at 4:54 pmGlasshouse candles are just beautiful! I have never won anything on Instagram or FB. My ex and I won a dinghy years ago though, and I was pretty happy about that! Kathryn x
Jenni says
May 11, 2015 at 5:05 pmI have a few favourite candles and Glasshouse is up there, plus I love to repurpose the jars afterwards. A dinghy sounds like fun 🙂
merilyn says
May 11, 2015 at 6:55 pmoh jen you are a winner! … and so am I!
thankyou lovely! soo much for the kosmea pack! … not here yet!
but I am so thrilled about winning it!
love m:)X
btw photography has just gone up another notch!
is that your new camera??? fantastic! X
Jenni says
May 11, 2015 at 7:00 pmMerilyn all parcels get posted in the morning so keep an eye out. This is the camera I got for xmas, I’ve no real idea how to use it…I just play and have fun
Sharyn says
May 11, 2015 at 6:56 pmI won a beautiful hand bag for my mum on Mother’s Day from a lovely local store (that was 3 yrs ago)
Best ever prize….. I was so proud to win it but also to give my mum something so beautiful and she uses it every day xo
Jenni says
May 11, 2015 at 7:02 pmHow awesome for your mum!
Ann says
May 11, 2015 at 7:06 pmoh congrats on your win..so well deserved.. I have to say I have never won anything…not even a local raffle..lol..but maybe the “big” one is waiting for me in the wings for some time “down the track”..lol..xx
Jenni says
May 11, 2015 at 11:05 pmThanks Ann, I bet your win will be a super one xx
Zoe from A Quirky Bird says
May 11, 2015 at 8:49 pmOh you lucky thing and it’s beautiful too. I used to win a few of the “Dolly” 25 words or less competitions. You’ve spurred me o to try some competitions again. xx
Jenni says
May 11, 2015 at 11:04 pmOh wow,yessss! Gosh you just took me back Zoe. Go try and good luck x
Beth at AlmostPosh.com says
May 11, 2015 at 10:14 pmActually, since you ask, I just won an Instagram comp yesterday – some Copper & Co coasters! Have also won a translucent powder and a tea and coffee pack. Love Insta and blog comps!
Jenni says
May 11, 2015 at 11:02 pmCongrats Beth! How awesome is copper?! I’m a teensy bit addicted
Ingrid @ fabulous and fun life says
May 13, 2015 at 9:31 amCongratulations Jen! The Glasshouse prize definitely went to a deserving winner! I love the neon pink candle holder! I’ve been quite lucky with Instagram competitions lately too, winning an amazing Urban Rituelle & MOR Australia prize pack!
Jenni says
May 14, 2015 at 9:26 pmOh very nice wins Ingrid