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Indoor Activity #2: Enter Contests
By metropolitanmama | June 14, 2008
Your baby/toddler is asleep and you’re wondering what to do to pass the time. Or maybe there are too many things to do (laundry, prepping for dinner, vacuuming, organizing the pantry…) and you need a little break.
Here’s an idea: enter a few contests…but before you get started, I have to say that this past-time is a bit addicting (don’t say I didn’t warn you!). But it can also be fun and actually somewhat lucrative. Don’t believe me? Maybe you’ll be interested in meeting Laura Williams, a Tennessee resident and mom of seven, who enters 10+ contests a day and sometimes averages a win a day! If you want, you can click over to read my interview with Laura back in November 2007, entitled Contests for Moms (and how to win them).
For starters, you can hop on over and enter Hanes’ Vacation in Comfort Sweepstakes, where you could win one of seven Walt Disney World vacations for four. To enter, purchase any specially marked package of Hanes underwear, socks or casualwear product (who doesn’t need new socks and underwear?)…and register online with the corresponding code. You can also enter using a free code that you can obtain on the Vacation in Comfort website. The contest ends August 30, 2008.
Or you can enter a contest right here to win a $25 gift certificate to Hanes.com and, as I mentioned in a previous post, $25 goes a long way at Hanes.
YOUR TURN: Do you enter contests? Why or why not? If you do, do you have much success? Share your best contesting tips!
WIN IT! One winner will receive a $25 gift certificate to Hanes.com. To enter, leave a comment on this post prior to Saturday, June 21 at midnight (don’t forget to follow the rules). * Winners must provide U.S. mailing addresses.
*UPDATE* The winner is #179 Judy Y. Congratulations!
Topics: contests |
June 14th, 2008 at 5:14 pm
Entering contests is totally addicting.
I usually enter them to try a product I normally wouldn’t buy either because they are too expensive or maybe it is something new I haven’t heard of before. I have had some success, but not too much lately. But I have to say I have found a lot of great blogs to read by coming across a giveaway and now I read those blogs all the time!
June 14th, 2008 at 5:16 pm
Just like MadMad, I love my Hanes cotton bikini undies!
June 14th, 2008 at 5:17 pm
I do enter contests. I definitely don’t win as much as Laura. I have won a few things over the past couple months, a book, necklace, movie ticket. No great tips. It’s just sort of fun to dream of what I could win sometimes. I’m dreaming of new undies for the kids right now!!!
June 14th, 2008 at 5:21 pm
I enter everyday and I am kind of successful, I have won 3 trips in a year. My tip is don’t give up. One of my tripe I entered in October and did not hear I won it until February.
June 14th, 2008 at 5:26 pm
I enter contests whenever I can find the time. I won a sweater last month! Keep trying, don’t give up, and you will win. cdziuba@aol.com
June 14th, 2008 at 5:28 pm
Do you enter contests? Y
Yes, I do. I love to enter contests.
Why or why not? They are so fun! You never know when luck will hit you and a big win will arrive at your door
If you do, do you have much success?
I’ve won a trip to New York and many other smaller prizes
Share your best contesting tips! Just enter everyday. It’s addictive
June 14th, 2008 at 5:34 pm
I enter some here and there but I’m really unlucky
June 14th, 2008 at 5:35 pm
I enter contests during some of my down time…it makes me feel like I’m using it well…especially when I win something. I only enter for things I want, so I don’t win all that often, but when I do, it’s a great win!
Thanks
June 14th, 2008 at 5:36 pm
I enter contests occasionally if I think the item is something I want or need. I don’t enter just to enter. I win somethings now and then, nothing on a regular basis but I would love to win this gift certificate.
June 14th, 2008 at 5:47 pm
Yes, I enter contests all the time…and I win a lot too!
June 14th, 2008 at 6:11 pm
Yes, I enter contests too. I have won some great prizes. My best tip is just to keep entering. If you don’t enter, then you can’t win!
June 14th, 2008 at 6:12 pm
I enter contests every day! I’ve won a lot. Some of my bigger wins include a trip for 2 to New York City, a diamond necklace, designer jeans. I think I tend to win contests where you can enter every day and not just once.
June 14th, 2008 at 6:18 pm
Im always entering contests! I have some success, I like to enter cause money is sooo tight and with a new baby coming and a 3 year old, I can always use the help with things!
June 14th, 2008 at 6:18 pm
I love contests! I’ve been entering them for over 4 years now! The blog giveaways have been my newest dig though. They’re so much fun and help me discover new blogs (which is how I found yours a few months ago, BTW. Now I check it almost every day!) I enter through online-sweepstakes.com. It’s a huge forum/database of member submitted contests. I average about 10-15 small wins a month.
My biggest win to date was a private movie screening from Revlon. I got a makeover with my sister and we also got limo transportation to the theater. They rented a whole theater out for us to see a prescreen of Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow. I also got a bag of makeup goodies. Last night I won a movie ticket from Dr. Pepper!
Anyone interested in contests should check out online-sweepstakes.com. It’s a great site!
June 14th, 2008 at 6:19 pm
I like also like to enter contests. Its something I do for fun and mostly when all my cleaning is done and my son is napping or after he goes to bed. I also only enter ones where I would really like to win the prize.
I’ve been entering contests for several month
June 14th, 2008 at 6:22 pm
I have won a few contests in the past.
It helps if you enter contests that don’t have
much competition, such as ones limited to certain states, age groups, or occupations, etc.
Don’t waste your time entering contests that have a prize that doesn’t interest you or that you won’t use.
Keep at it. You are bound to win eventually!
June 14th, 2008 at 6:26 pm
i like to enter contest lots of fun
June 14th, 2008 at 6:31 pm
I enter for fun and the chance to experience new things. I win little things often, and have had one very nice big win this year.
June 14th, 2008 at 6:43 pm
I enter contests/sweepstakes all the time, my tip? I enter here: http://www.sweepsadvantage.com/add.php a gazillion sweeps and contest listed all on one site and for FREE!
June 14th, 2008 at 6:55 pm
yes enter every so often
June 14th, 2008 at 7:00 pm
I do enter contests - but usually only if it means no more effort or cost than registering on-line.
Haven’t won a single thing! Haven’t even won a bloggy-give-away…but one can always hope!
June 14th, 2008 at 7:01 pm
I love entering contests. The thrill of opening your mailbox and finding a win inside that you didn’t know was coming is awesome.
I enter contests everyday. I just started entering the blog, post a comment, contests in the last couple of days and I really enjoy reading all of the interesting stuff on the blogs.
I have won lots of stuff but I think the best win was a $500 HEB (local grocery store) gift card. Boy that came in handy!
Thanks for the contest!
June 14th, 2008 at 7:01 pm
I enter contests every day and win a lot of stuff big and small.
I do it because of the thrill of winning, it’s an addiction of mine. The last two Christmas’s have been wonderful for my hubby, three children, family & friends because of contesting. My house is filled with beautiful items such as wall art, new appliances, big screen tv, etc, etc… I always have birthday presents covered even my yard looks great because of contesting.
Two of the biggest tips that I would pass along would be to have patience and be very organized.
Thank you for the great giveaway!
themonkinme(at)gmail(dot)com
June 14th, 2008 at 7:21 pm
I enter contests just about every day. I do it because it is a lot of fun to dream about winning the prizes. I have won several prizes and of course that keeps me entering.
June 14th, 2008 at 7:22 pm
Girl, YOU got me addicted to the blog world and to entering contests. Thanks a lot! (sarcastically) and… Thanks a lot! (not sarcastically) It’s addictive and can become time-consuming, but I’ve also won a few and get ridiculously excited when I do. It adds some fun into my little day, both when I win and when I get something fun in the mail.
June 14th, 2008 at 7:25 pm
I enjoy entering contests. Some can be challenging to find special answers to enter.
Following rules will get you more wins.
June 14th, 2008 at 7:27 pm
I love to enter contests because it is fun! Every once in a while I will receive something that I have won in the mail. It is usually a big surprise. I don’t really have any contest entering tips, but I only enter single entry contests. I don’t have time for the daily entry contests. Thanks so much for this fun giveaway! I hope I win because my husband needs some new undershirts.
June 14th, 2008 at 7:52 pm
I enter contest because it is fun and I find some interesting sites and products that I wouldn’t have know about. I have won also!
June 14th, 2008 at 8:31 pm
I do sweeps as a hobby. I’ve never won one of the “big ones” — cars or trips, but it doesn’t lessen the fun I have doing it. My biggest prize so far was $1,000 Cash. Best tip: hang in there!
June 14th, 2008 at 8:43 pm
Entering contests is fun. Once you win, you are automatically addicted! I remember the first thing I ever won was movie tickets, I was thrilled. That was three years ago and I still enter contests to this day. My best tip is: You can’t win it, if you’re not in it! Just keep on keepin’ on & you will one day win.
Thanks for the contest!
June 14th, 2008 at 8:54 pm
Since I have a new baby I started to enter them because if you win something for the baby then it’s one less thing you need to buy or you get to try something maybe you never would have bought. I have never won anything in my life though, so I sure can’t give any tips! haha
June 14th, 2008 at 8:59 pm
Yes, I enter contests but not as much since having a baby. I seem to go a long time without winning anything then have a few small wins in a row. I don’t win “big” very often but have had one very nice win in 2004. Basically, I keep entering hoping another “big” one will come my way.
June 14th, 2008 at 9:12 pm
Yes, I do enter contests too, although I’m not as lucky with my odds as some. I have to say that I’m happy none the less with what I have won, but when I really, really, really want or NEED a particular item (game consoles, money, giftcards and other (to me) extreme prizes) I am not that fortunate. As a matter of fact; I have tried on many occasions to win a Wii, but have not been lucky at all. To this day I have yet to win a game console or any other needed item for my home and my family.
I have however won numerous DVD’s, kids books, kid programs for the computer and music CD’s and don’t get me wrong, I am still very happy because they are movies that had I not won, we would not have ever rented it because of our finances.
I enter because we don’t have a lot for our kids and family. My husband works for himself and tends to put our money back into the business in hopes that after the “5 year mark” we will start reaping the rewards for our struggles…we are at 4 and a half years and no sign of getting out of this yet. Anyways, I enter the contests that I know my friends or family could use or would enjoy having (and a lot of times I do the ones I really need either for enjoyment or neccesity). I do not sell any prize ever…I will not enter anything my friends, family or I cant use. I do love contests but it could be a month before I get another win and that win might only be a CD…
For this reason, I’d love to win a gift card, I love hanes and am in desperate need of undergarments.
Great contest, I’d really love to win!!!
June 14th, 2008 at 9:24 pm
I like to enter contests whenever I find them.
It is fun if you win.
I won a trip to Florida.
My tip is just to enter if you find one that you like.
June 14th, 2008 at 10:05 pm
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June 14th, 2008 at 10:28 pm
Yes, I enter to win - I don’t win much but one win is better than none. I’ve won a total of 3 things in a time span of a few years, maybe… bad stats. I have no tips. =( I’d love to win the GC to Hanes! Thanks for the chance.
June 14th, 2008 at 10:35 pm
Love to win. the key is enter enter enter
June 14th, 2008 at 11:32 pm
Yeah I enter stuff all the time, I’m a total sweeps junkie. Persistence is the key, there’s not really any luck to it. Just keep on entering, you’ll win stuff. I’ve won roughly $1400.00 in cash and prizes so far in 08′… but I will not be content until I win from Metropolitan Mama! Now gimmee the goodies, needs me some drawers.
June 14th, 2008 at 11:40 pm
I enter contests to win, and to support cool sites. I rarely have any luck.
June 14th, 2008 at 11:42 pm
I enter contests for items I really want. I like to give away a lot to charity and friends, so entering contest makes me feel good. I always read the rules and appreciate the contest sponser. thank you
June 14th, 2008 at 11:57 pm
I enter contests here and there, but never win much. But it is fun to enter and have the chance to win something i cant afford sometimes.
June 15th, 2008 at 12:28 am
I love sweeps! I enter quite a few and have one a few things, nothing big yet.
June 15th, 2008 at 12:53 am
I enter contests because it’s like gambling for free, and sometimes I win stuff I’d never buy (or can’t buy) for myself. My advice would be to stick to the one-time entry contests and only enter the multiple-entry ones if it’s a really big prize, otherwise it just gets boring with low chances of winning.
June 15th, 2008 at 1:53 am
Well, it’s obvious I do {after all, I am here entering this one..lol}
I don’t have much luck most of the time, but it’s still fun to enter
June 15th, 2008 at 2:43 am
I started entering contests because of my uncle, who always got cool things in the mail and I didn’t believe that he kept winning them all. He pointed me to some great sites but lately I’ve only been blog browsing and in the process have found some amazing blogs (like yours!) that I check daily, contest or not!!
I try to do all my “contest, web browsing” early morning before the kids get up for school so it doesn’t interfere with the day. Of course unless I get a break while the littlest is playing or watching Yo Gabba gabba…:)
June 15th, 2008 at 3:45 am
Yes, I do, my startegy is enter things I want and do it consistently
June 15th, 2008 at 3:55 am
I enter contests every day and my total for 2007 was over $18k in prizes including a trip to Europe, a trip to Disneyworld, a trip to Las Vegas, a trip to Los Angeles and a PSX3 just to name a few.
June 15th, 2008 at 3:57 am
yes I do. I’ve won some very nice things.
Thank you
June 15th, 2008 at 3:57 am
Entering contests is a hobby of mine. I love the surprise wins that come to my door
June 15th, 2008 at 3:59 am
Yes I sure do enter contests. I am retired and this fills up time I have on my hands. I also enter to win gifts for my family that I am unable to get otherwise. I win something every now and then. I love surprise wins that show up at my door.
June 15th, 2008 at 4:07 am
Entering contest is a daily thing for me. The three favorite things I’ve won is a trip to vegas, a trip to Jamaica and a cracker barrell basket full of cracker barrel stuff found in their gift shop
June 15th, 2008 at 4:19 am
I love to enter contests just for fun. I have won a few things lately. I have one some pretty cute things. It’s great to show support to other moms blogs and why not have fun entering contests too. I think the best tip I have is to subscribe to your favorite contest sites and leave some contact information too.
June 15th, 2008 at 4:25 am
I enter and win. I am thinking that people are not entering for trips because they can’t afford the taxes. I have won three trips this year. Thanks for the chance.
June 15th, 2008 at 5:03 am
I enter contests regularly. It’s just a fun way to pass time when relaxing at night. I have won a lot of stuff. Most recently, I won a 46″ HDTV and I won $1000.
June 15th, 2008 at 5:34 am
I enter contests everyday. I enter for gifts that I couldn’t otherwise afford. This week I won a beautiful bag autographed by Fergie! My tip is to use a sweepstakes site so you can keep your entries organized. I am entering your contest from onlinesweepstakes.com
June 15th, 2008 at 5:41 am
Yes, I enter contests for the thrill of possibly winning them. I love getting surprises in the mail. I also like entering for expensive items I would like but wouldn’t normally purchase due to budget limits. I have had some success nothing big, but have won fun prizes. Thanks for the contest!
June 15th, 2008 at 5:48 am
Thanks for this giveaway. Yes, I enter contests. I enter them with the hope and dream of maybe winning. I have won a few items, nothing big, but always fun, and it’s such a thrill when you win. I don’t have any special tips. Thanks again and please enter me.
June 15th, 2008 at 5:58 am
I’ve won a few things. The way to enter is enter, enter and enter - don’t give up!
June 15th, 2008 at 6:01 am
I do enter contests,and it is addictive. I have won some small prizes, and dream of a big trip. I don’t have any good tips though!
June 15th, 2008 at 6:14 am
I don’t enter many contests (which generally require some element of skill– essay, photo, etc.) but I do enter a lot of sweepstakes. The best thing to be is lucky, but that’s a little hard to control. The second-best thing to do is be sure to follow the rules.
June 15th, 2008 at 6:27 am
I enter sweepstakes to win specific prizes. The only thing I know for sure is that you can’t win if you don’t enter. I do like to win…
June 15th, 2008 at 6:29 am
Yes, entering contests is one of my hobbies, and as others have said, it can become totally addictive. Have been doing it for years now, starting when everything had to be done by sending in snail mail entries. Do most of it online now, and have noticed that the blog contests have really grown in just the past 6 months. They have introduced me to a LARGE number of interesting web sites! Wins are spotty–do quite well on the smaller ones, but have won a cruise and several $200-1000 cash/gift card ones.
June 15th, 2008 at 6:55 am
I enter contests as a hobby. It doesn’t cost me any money, and it keeps me from being bored. I have never won a contest yet, but it’s the idea that I could that makes me continue!
June 15th, 2008 at 6:56 am
Yes, I enter sweepstakes as a hobbie and have alot of success. My tip is enter alot, enter often and don’t expect much. If you enter several hundred sweeps every day, 7-days a week, you will have success eventually. It’s a nice way to get some great things you might otherwise not be able to afford.
June 15th, 2008 at 7:04 am
yes and if you ask my husband i enter too many
i have been very lucky!! i use roboform to fill out forms quickly!!
thanks so much!
moore.g at insideconnect.net
June 15th, 2008 at 7:20 am
Hanes
June 15th, 2008 at 7:40 am
I do pretty well entering contest. Most people tell me that I’m to lucky with my wins. I do them for financial reasons and with gas prices it helps.I already have a few xmas and bday gifts for individuals that I would not have been able to get when those holidays come around. My tips for contest is always make sure your not anon and always leave your email address. Lots of times I see post on contest with out either. Also my other tip is read the rules carefully because all contest are different. I also enjoy contest since they show me products I would not ever have seen before.
June 15th, 2008 at 7:47 am
I love entering contests. You never know when you will win or what. I love surprise wins that show up in the mail or by fedex. etc. My tip is you cant win if you dont enter so enter! Oh, and I have won a few things so that keeps me going and going.
June 15th, 2008 at 7:51 am
i enter when i can hey you have to try
June 15th, 2008 at 8:04 am
Yes I do. And have had my fair share of wins like everyone else here. My best tip is just to keep on entering them. thanx for the contest.
June 15th, 2008 at 8:19 am
I do enter contests often and have won a few small
items.It feels great to win something even if it is a small prize. I don’t have really any good tips…Just remember that if you don’t enter, you can’t win. Thanks for the giveaway!
June 15th, 2008 at 8:23 am
entering contests is a great hobby and sometimes I win
June 15th, 2008 at 8:34 am
I do enter contests, have been for about a year. My secret is never give up and you will win! My biggest win was a trip!
June 15th, 2008 at 8:38 am
OK. Here it is,my big confession. I’ve been entering contests for 3 years. I enter at least 1000 per day. Yes, that’s one thousand. I work, I consider it a full time job, at leat 8 hours a day but more often 12 hours a day, 7 days a week unless I have major surgery and then I give myself one or two days off depending on how good the pain pills are. I can do this because I don’t have any childrten at home. I’m a grandma of 3.
I have won 3 trips to Las Vegas. I hate Las Vegas. A trip to Baltimore to see the Red Sox/Orioles. 3 trips to Boston. A weekend at an inn in Vermont. A laptop, a real one from Ice house beer. Tons of makeup and other beauty stuff. Tons of $100 gift certificates. Books. NO CAR YET. NO LARGE AMOUNT OF MONEY YET. Some expensive jewelry. My daughter gets nearly everything I win, or the grandkids! I get something in the mail that I’ve won nearly every day. I can barely wait for the mail to arrive! I figure it is like gambling except I am losing nothing but my time. Playing the odds that I have to win at least some that I enter. I do get off my rear end a few times a day to work out on the Bowflex and free weights and have lost 97 pounds and gotten rid of any signs of what was totally out of control diabetes 2 years ago. It gives me a purpose in life and makes me feel less guilty for not using my RN license out in the real world because I hate to work! I’ve got a million tips but I’m sure you don’t want me to go on and on!
June 15th, 2008 at 8:48 am
I love entering contest, It is totally addicting. I do win alot of stuff. But I only enter for things my family can use. MY best tip for contest are to ENTER ENTER ENTER. Like the saying goes, you can’t win if you don’t PLAY!.
June 15th, 2008 at 8:52 am
Yes, I’m a contestaholic. I win some, and I’m grateful for all. My advice is simply this, Keep positive. The more you feel like you’re NOT gonna win, odds are you WON’T!
June 15th, 2008 at 8:59 am
I enter contests. No success so far.
June 15th, 2008 at 9:02 am
yes, love to enter and win for my family members!
I keep my wins and distribute for gifts throughout the year, at the end of the year what I do not use, I donate to Toys for Tots!
June 15th, 2008 at 9:14 am
I enter contests. It’s addictive. Unfortunately I don’t win but maybe that’s a good thing - if I did I’d never quit. But I keep entering (and I suggest you do too) because you can’t win if you don’t enter.
June 15th, 2008 at 9:17 am
I used to enter a lot of contests, but I have slacked off a good bit here lately. I enjoy the thrill of the win. My best wins to date have been a Kitchen Aid toaster oven, (which we gave to SIL for Christmas), an Ipod shuffle, and a portable picnic table. I have also won a few gift certificates here and there. I haven’t won anything for a little while, but I attribute that to not doing it as much as I used to.
June 15th, 2008 at 9:18 am
I love winning stuff, ever though I haven’t
this would be a good start
June 15th, 2008 at 9:28 am
I just love to win, but with little success
June 15th, 2008 at 9:41 am
I just enjoy it!
June 15th, 2008 at 9:52 am
I love entering contests. I started because it’s a way to contribute to the family, it’s fun, and I can win nice products without feeling bad about not putting the money into savings or something practical. My best win has been a very nice Dell XPS computer that I won from a gaming magazine.
June 15th, 2008 at 9:55 am
I enter some contests and fantasize about winning but not much luck. . . maybe this is my chance!
June 15th, 2008 at 10:00 am
I am a contesting addict! I enter probably 100+ per day, and have won trips to New York City (3 times!), Las Vegas, Houston and San Diego. I’ve been able to meet Lee Ann Womack and Jason Aldean, and I’ve also won an Ipod, a Palm Centro cell phone, many books & CD’s and miscellaneous stuff like t-shirts and caps. It’s so FUN to see a surprise package when I pick up my mail!! My husband even calls my laptop the “Contesting Machine.”
June 15th, 2008 at 10:02 am
I have been entering contests on line for almost 6 months- it’s a fun, free activity that has paid off with a few, nice wins. It is time consuming, but if you have some free time, it can be fun:-). Thanks for this one!!
June 15th, 2008 at 10:04 am
contesting addict! I enter probably 100+ per day.
Win some lose alot .THANK YOU GOD BLESS
June 15th, 2008 at 10:09 am
I have been entering contests/sweepstakes online for over 7 years, and have won some nice prizes. Make sure you follow the rules and enter as often as possible for the best results.
June 15th, 2008 at 10:17 am
I love to enter contests. I have won twice, and only entered this bloggy-world a few months ago. I won a wonderful cook book and a great collection of beauty treats! I never enter contests of things that I don’t really want, which helps me limit my time. Sure, winning a swaddling blanket would be cool, but do I *need* it? No, my son is 9 months old and would get very, very, angry if I tried it on him! And there is no second kid in my near future, so I’ll let other people win!
I could use some new underwear, too. I haven’t been underwear shopping in way, way, too long.
June 15th, 2008 at 10:22 am
I enter contests and have since 2003. The total value of all my prizes last year is more than I would have won at a full time job. I started when I was too sick to do anything else and got hooked. I blogged about my best tips for getting started in contesting and sweepstaking to make it easy for newbies to avoid a lot of the trial and erro, but a biggie is don’t enter for anything you can’t afford or don’t want to pay taxes on. I am running a contest on my blog right now as a way to give back a little of what sweeping has given to me, I hope you’ll consider entering it, it is for 2 $25 Amazon GC’s and for 3 premium Online-Sweepstakes memberships.
June 15th, 2008 at 10:27 am
I’ve been entering sweepstakes online for 10 years now. I enter a total of 800 to 1,000 per day and average one prize per day. Because of sweepstaking, we’ve been able to travel to places we wouldn’t have on our own–Germany, Las Vegas, South Beach Miami, etc. Despite what some people think, it does not take me all day to enter. I have a system for doing this and doing it quickly. I have two very young children who need my constant attention. So, I wouldn’t have the time to spend on this all day.
June 15th, 2008 at 10:31 am
I love to enter sweepstakes online because it’s so fun to win things. My biggest win ever was an all expense paid trip to Disneyland for my family of 4!
June 15th, 2008 at 10:36 am
I enter sweeps on a daily basis. My buggest win so far has been a flat screen plasma tv/dvd player combo. The key is to enter every day if the sweep allows it
June 15th, 2008 at 10:55 am
Love the thrill of entering contests, and I’ve had some luck with a few trips. I’m more lucky with the daily entries, so stick with it if you have the time!
June 15th, 2008 at 11:06 am
I just started entering contests a couple of weeks ago, haven’t won anything yet, but i’m trying.
June 15th, 2008 at 11:28 am
I LOVE entering contests! I hardly ever win, but when I do it’s so exciting!
June 15th, 2008 at 12:42 pm
Contests are a blast! It’s always fun to win something!
kelli at pfrog dot net
June 15th, 2008 at 12:46 pm
I do enter contests, but very rarely win. I usually do it just to pass the time in between errands and such!
June 15th, 2008 at 12:59 pm
I’m a total contest addict. I have been for a long time! It has gotten easier with all the bloggy contests. I have a pretty good success rate this past year, before that I never won anything. I don’t have any tips, other then keep at it. I’m not organized like some people that enter contests or anything like that.
June 15th, 2008 at 1:09 pm
Yes! I enter contests. My best tip is to keep it up, and don’t get discouraged if you don’t win immediately. Do it every day, like a job. It WILL pay off if you are dedicated.
June 15th, 2008 at 1:15 pm
Yes I enter daily! It is like a full time job for me. The tip I have is to stay organized and be persistent.
June 15th, 2008 at 1:17 pm
Yes, I enter. I do it for fun and the surprise when something unexpected ends up on my doorstep. Successful? Well, I’ve never won a car or huge pile of cash, but I am successful enough to keep me happy. At the end of the month, I’m heading off to Hollywood on a trip I won in October. Perserverance is the key.
June 15th, 2008 at 1:42 pm
Yes, I do enter contests. My best advice is to enter local contests because the odds of winning are better.
June 15th, 2008 at 1:51 pm
I love contests! I spend hours entering every month. I’ve had some successes..love the microwave I just won!
June 15th, 2008 at 2:07 pm
I think I do fairly well with winning some of these; however, I’ve only won one BIGGIE. I love Hanes.
June 15th, 2008 at 2:08 pm
I like entering contests, but my main complaint is all the time it takes. I’ll go to Laura Williams site thinking I’ll spend about 20 minutes or so, I look up, and an hour is gone! But I have won some really nice things for my family and my friends, so I know its worth it.
Plus I love contests because you can find new blogs this way, as well as some interesting new products.
Thanks for the contest!
Ps. Hanes is a great certificate, because we are always out of socks - I can’t believe how fast socks just disappear.
Melissa Neece
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June 15th, 2008 at 2:14 pm
I enter contest every day. I use them to supplement the financial needs of my house. That and they are just so addicting.
I have been extremely blessed with winning. This year alone, I have won over $30K in cash and prizes. My best tip is to be organized. Believe it or not there is a method to the madness. : ) Happy winning everyone.
June 15th, 2008 at 2:21 pm
I do enter. I find them interesting, fun challenging, and when I win something, a welcome addition to my household income. Don’t win all that often, but when I do it makes it all worthwhile
June 15th, 2008 at 2:30 pm
Yes, I do enter contests. Every day. Have had some nice wins, including a laptop, $1000 cash, $500 JCPenney card, an Ipod, cell phones, and lots of gift cards and little items. It’s a hobby for me! And thanks for the contest!
June 15th, 2008 at 3:10 pm
Entering contests has become just recently one of my new hobbies, LOL! I’ve won something here and there but your best bet is to “READ” the posting, give yourself the extra chances in winning by taking the extra step and be sure to have fun! Don’t just post to be posting, like for example “Enter me” and “I’d love this”.. is bland and blah and it means you didn’t really care about the host of the giveaway, just about winning!
Most of the prizes we win are usually for my children, my friends, and my family, I rarely win anything for myself (occassionally I’ll keep something), but I love giving others the happiness of something I put the effort into winning and it brightens there day and that’s what matters to me!
June 15th, 2008 at 3:31 pm
It’s interesting to enter contests, so many web sites I would never know exist. No advise because I think it is just luck! And of course you gotta be in it to win it!
June 15th, 2008 at 3:36 pm
I do not usually enter contests but would like to start
June 15th, 2008 at 3:56 pm
I love entering contests and my favorite wins are the local newspaper’s contests for advanced screenings of movies! The kids get a kick out of seeing the movie before their friends and it’s free. Sometimes they even have contests there at the screening!
June 15th, 2008 at 4:14 pm
You have so many wonderful contests, I keep busy just commenting here! And my boys could use new tee-shirts…
June 15th, 2008 at 4:18 pm
We love our Hanes around here. The undies are soo comfy for everyone.
June 15th, 2008 at 4:31 pm
I only enter a contest that has a prize that I would really like to win! I really like Hanes products!!!
June 15th, 2008 at 4:50 pm
I enter contests when I can. I’ve won a few things. This year I actually won a boat!
June 15th, 2008 at 5:07 pm
I enter contests, I have some luck (nothing huge, but a few nice things. It is a wonderful hobby. My best tip is to join a contest forum site and enter, enter, enter.
June 15th, 2008 at 5:07 pm
Entering contests is such fun. Everyday at the mailbox is much like Christmas always a surprise. My kids enjoy the fruits of my entering. The best tip is to enter frequently and as many contests as you have time for. I won $25000 and that was great and my best win yet.
June 15th, 2008 at 5:20 pm
I enter contests a lot. To me it is like window shopping with a bonus if I actually win. It also introduces me to a lot of new things on the market. I think the best tip is to enter and enter often. It is the only way to win!
June 15th, 2008 at 5:22 pm
I am a new sweeper - just started this year. I have been entering probably around 400 per day while I am at home anyway (between jobs) and I’ve already won quite a few things including a trip to LA in August. You’re right, it is very addictive! My cousin introduced me to it, and I can’t seem to stop!!!!!!
June 15th, 2008 at 5:25 pm
Um….yes. I enter contests. I spend too much time, but it’s fun when I win. I got started at online-sweepstakes.com I’ve learned to pay attention to the prize. I don’t enter just to win. I want to siwn something I can use. I’ve won mostly books and movies. One of these days I’m going to win a trip to Disneyland!
June 15th, 2008 at 5:44 pm
Since I throw away about 34 pair of hole-y sock a week, I think this would come in very handy!
June 15th, 2008 at 5:58 pm
yes, i do enter, I have won small things and it’s fun.
June 15th, 2008 at 6:18 pm
I recently started entering contests when I found your blog! LOL! I would occasionally enter something if I came across it, but unfortunately, I have never won anything! Oh well, you can’t win if you don’t try! Here is to hoping! Thanks for having great contests! chrisandamyward at comcast dot net
June 15th, 2008 at 6:31 pm
I do like to enter contests for fun. I have won some pretty cool things like makeup and perfume, an Ipod shuffle and books. I love the surprise of finding something in the mailbox. I’m not obsessed, and I enter when I’m relaxing and have the time. With 2 crazy kids its hard.
June 15th, 2008 at 6:38 pm
I love entering contests - it can be quite addicting.
June 15th, 2008 at 6:44 pm
Contests are a fun way to pass time…whether you have time to pass or not. And thanks to a contest at this site my daughter has a darling little play cooking set.
June 15th, 2008 at 6:50 pm
It would be silly to say I didn’t enter contests at the same time entering this one!!! I’ve started entering more contests in the past 4 months and it’s really paid off….in the last month I won a trip and a flat screen TV.
My best advice is to enter as much as you can and then forget about it…..don’t expect to win anything and then if you win, it will be very exciting!
June 15th, 2008 at 6:57 pm
i love to win nice things and think i am pretty lucky.
June 15th, 2008 at 7:07 pm
I used to enter contest every single day but I just do not have the time to do that any more. And yes, I did win. But the wins started slowing down A LOT so I entered less.
June 15th, 2008 at 7:09 pm
I’m sorry, but I forget what question I’m suppose to be answering here. I came here an hour ago and ended up going to someone’s knitting blog…which then led me to someone elses blog that was discussing underwear.
Meanwhile, my kids are sleeping in a tent in their room and I’m praying they are going to stay there and not come out needing something again. Why? Well, I have a little carton of Butternut Pecan ice cream waiting for me in the freezer…and I’m not sharing.
Back on track now. I enter contests if I see something that interests me when I’m reading blogs. I just surf to whatever blog interests me. (Though strangely I’m not a knitter and I’m not shopping for new underwear.)
June 15th, 2008 at 8:18 pm
I love entering contests. I came across the hobby while on maternity leave 3 years ago. When I won my first prize (a pedometer) I was quite suprised that people actually won from sweepstakes. After that I got really into “sweeping”. I’ve won a lot of small things like gift cards or toys for the kids. The best prize I’ve ever won was a trip to Hawaii though!
I’d love to enter this contest too because I LOVE Hanes! They make the most comfortable undies and they don’t ride up.
June 15th, 2008 at 8:28 pm
I enter them on a daily basis, but only the ones giving away things I would actually use. I do not enter the ones I cannot use, or I do not know anyone that could use it. I even enter the small contests, such as winning popcorn. I eat popcorn, so I enter. Those are the only ones I win though… the small ones. So, that is my tip. Enter the small ones, you can probably win easier. lol. Thanks so much for the opportunity.
June 15th, 2008 at 8:44 pm
I love contesting. In fact, I won a baby girl crib bedding set and one day later, we got the referral of our daughter=)
June 15th, 2008 at 10:28 pm
I ENTER CONTESTS NIGHTLY BECAUSE I WANT TO WIN BUT SOMETIMES I’LL WIN SMALL PRIZES LIKE A CD OR SOMETHING.
June 15th, 2008 at 10:40 pm
Yes~I enter contests and I try to enter at odd hours as I seem to win more then.
June 15th, 2008 at 10:56 pm
I sort of have these waves of inspiration where I’ll enter contests and then I’ll go for awhile without entering a single one. I enter if I’m up at night on the internet and see something really cool like a cruise! : ) wink wink! haha
I think that it truly is coincidence as to whether or not I win anything. I do find that the contests that are the most fun are those that require some effort. I just find that if I have to actually do something like write a post or post pictures for a cyber baby shower it’s motivating. Plus the prizes are usually pretty fab…
June 15th, 2008 at 11:21 pm
Yes, I enter contests and sweepstakes. I’m a stay home mom so I do it for fun and win some good prizes!!!
June 16th, 2008 at 12:27 am
I enter contests almost everyday online. I don’t win very often or very big prizes but if you just keep entering you’re going to end up with something you wouldn’t have otherwise.
June 16th, 2008 at 12:42 am
I do enter contests. It is one of my favorite pasttimes. As for the blog contests, I like to read parts of the blogs as well as enter the contests. My biggest win was my wedding at Six Flags. I have six children, and I sometimes use my wins as birthday or Christmas presents.
June 16th, 2008 at 2:34 am
I am a big T-Shirt wearer and honestly have tried them from every company..and paid plenty of $. There is none better than Hanes…the best out there…I also wear so many of their other lines of clothing, as do my husband and kids. Really would love to win this!
THANK YOU
June 16th, 2008 at 3:00 am
I have many different sites and try to oraganise quick online entries. Its very addictive. Ive won a Color TV and $300, a silver eagle dollar worth $40 and some gift certificates.
June 16th, 2008 at 3:49 am
Yes, I do enter. I win quite a bit. My biggest win is to be here within the next week — 1 4000.00 Ethan Allen Dining room table! Nice!
June 16th, 2008 at 6:10 am
I do enter contests. I’ve won several things in the past, but nothing on a regular basis. I usually go to an online sweeps site, and enter most contests through that. Through it, I’ve won a $300 American Express gift card, a digital camera with printer dock, a book for new dads, and some new plasticware. But, this has been over the course of a few years. Either way, I’ll take anything that’s free!
June 16th, 2008 at 6:26 am
I only enter contests that I want to win, and I have been slightly successful!
June 16th, 2008 at 6:53 am
i enter contests. mainly ones of something i’m in need of. we don’t have a lot of money and with 3 kids my husband being in school, and having a lot of problems from being deployed to iraq. i can’t exactly go and buy myself much needed clothes or other items. sometimes i win.
June 16th, 2008 at 6:57 am
I love entering contests, although I haven’t won anything huge. I have won many tickets to events such as local theater performances, movies, etc. . . I find that I have more success with contests from local newspapers.
June 16th, 2008 at 7:05 am
Yes, I enter contests. I just recently started doing it more and I have won quite a bit in the last few months like books, jewelry and more. Hubby can’t believe how lucky I have been LOL. I don’t have any contest tips but I’m looking forward to going back and reading the comments here to see what others have to say.
June 16th, 2008 at 7:47 am
I do enter contests, and have even won one of yours! So fun.
June 16th, 2008 at 8:00 am
I do enter contests. I’ve been very fortunate with wins. I enter only the ones where I would make use of the prize for myself, family gifts, etc. Other than big wins the most exciting for me are when I win an item I’ve wanted but hadn’t been able to purchase.
June 16th, 2008 at 8:15 am
I enter a lot of contests, and usually have pretty decent luck. I do try to only enter ones where I really could use the prize - either for myself, my family or someone I know. I would love to win this one - Hanes clothes are such good quality and they have some really cute designs for kids.
June 16th, 2008 at 8:26 am
I enter sweeps often. My biggest wins have been a 50″ plasma tv & a trip to Ft. Lauderdale. It’s so fun to win!!
June 16th, 2008 at 8:43 am
I love to enter contests and yes I enter often. I have never won anything really big - shoes, clothing for the kids, books, etc. I’d love to win something amazing - someday. My tip would be if there are chances to enter twice, like blog about them - do it!
June 16th, 2008 at 8:52 am
Oh yes, I enter contests. And yes, you could say I’ve been somewhat successful at it.
My biggest win so far is a car. My best tip is just to stick with it! You won’t win right away, necessarily, but if you keep with it you will win eventually.
June 16th, 2008 at 8:59 am
I’ve just started entering contests, and haven’t been too successful so far . . . but I haven’t given up hope yet. Hanes has come out with some surprisingly cute kids’ clothes–it would be great to win.
June 16th, 2008 at 9:39 am
I enter a lot of contests but very rarely win. My best tip is to enter as many as possible.
June 16th, 2008 at 9:46 am
I am addicted to contests! Not sure what my win percentage is, but about once a week.
June 16th, 2008 at 9:48 am
I enter sweepstakes daily but I have limited time so I focus on one entry sweeps and essay contests. This whole blog world is new to me.
June 16th, 2008 at 10:13 am
I certainly do enter contests~daily and lots of them! lol It’s such an addiction of mine AND at least it’s a healthy one! :)I have had some success winning contests/giveaways! I think one of my biggest wins yet came in a box with an ipod shuffle and a bunch of books! Now, I haven’t won money, trips, electronics like tv’s or totally anything awesome like that. *wishful thinking* However, some of the things that I’ve won are: movie tickets, handbag/tote, books, assortment of baby goodies, earrings, perfume, blouse, spa gift certificate, necklaces, etc! This has all been in under a year. I’m been very blessed!! Tip: Enter even if you might thing you’re chances of winning are slim.
June 16th, 2008 at 10:18 am
Yep I enter contests as often as I can! It is much fun to get a surprise in the mail.
June 16th, 2008 at 10:35 am
I enter sweepstakes and contests. Contests involving skill have the best odds. But avoid the ones where the public votes for a winner–they’re usually quite unfair.
June 16th, 2008 at 10:54 am
My biggest contesting tip: Think positively, put time into looking at the sponsers site/products and ALWAYS say Thank You when you win to God and to the corresponding sponsers/blog/site. This is a GREAT way too learn about the best and latest products…..especially for kids, entering the contest is a bonus!
June 16th, 2008 at 11:24 am
I started entering contests because I wanted things to give away….to my 8 grandkids, my sons/daughters-in-law, etc. So I enter the contests with someone in mind who would really enjoy it. I love to win gift cards, food coupons and things like that.I don’t go to the Spa but I was able to give my daughter in law a gift card to go. My teen grandkids want ipod nanos…they get them according to age. I have won 2 so far. Any, it has been fun! The best tip I know to give is to keep it fun…enter as many as you feel comfortable entering…be happy with each thing you do win (don’t concentrate on what you didn’t win!).
June 16th, 2008 at 11:35 am
Yes - I take every road to attempt my dream of financial independence…even the long shots!
June 16th, 2008 at 11:39 am
I find it fun to enter giveaways when I can. I’m not hugely successful, but every once in a while I get lucky and it’s always a neat surprise! I really can’t give tips, I’m too new at this!
June 16th, 2008 at 11:52 am
I am a contest entering junkie. I have won lots of small things but keeping my fingers crossed for the big win one day. Hopefully money or a new (hybrid) car!!!
June 16th, 2008 at 12:07 pm
I do enter contests because I like winning even if it is a small prize. Some of the prizes are useful and quite welcome. I have won quite a few small prizes and one vacation. My best tip is too actually enter the contest otherwise you can’t have any chance to win.
June 16th, 2008 at 12:15 pm
I enter some contests if it is something I would really like to win for my family. I have been fortunate. Thank you for having this.
June 16th, 2008 at 12:15 pm
I enter contests sometimes if I really like the prizes. I have won a couple of small things. Thanks for the giveaway!
June 16th, 2008 at 12:17 pm
I do enter contests every now and then. I really haven’t won much, but it’s still always so exciting to win! My tip is to follow the instructions for entering. It’d be horrible to miss out simply because you didn’t enter correctly. I’ve entered to win a Hanes gift certificate a few times and so want to win one because my son totally lives in his Hanes sweats in the wintertime.
June 16th, 2008 at 12:46 pm
I do enter contest when time is permitting, mainly when I have free time at the office because when I get home it’s most likely not going to happen. There is too much going on at home. I’ve only won a couple of small things so far but nothing really exciting. Yet!
June 16th, 2008 at 1:23 pm
Yea, I enter…too many. But i have won some nice things..My tip would be to get a “junk” email address before you start, like yahoo or hotmail or gmail; never enter with your “good ” address because you will end up with lots of emails.
June 16th, 2008 at 2:39 pm
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June 16th, 2008 at 2:54 pm
It so so relaxing to enter contests I have won some really cool things including the computer I am using right now
June 16th, 2008 at 3:57 pm
This rocks!
June 16th, 2008 at 4:09 pm
Do you enter contests? Yes, I do!
Why or why not? Since I’m a homemaker, I use sweeps & contests as a hobby of mine. It’s relaxing, a lot of fun (not to mention it’s like Christmas morning when you get an unexpected package at the door or a congratulatory email saying you won!).
If you do, do you have much success? I’ve only been sweeping for a couple of years, but I have won numerous gift cards, beauty baskets, t-shirts, checks, to name a few. My biggest win - a Sony digital camcorder.
Share your best contesting tips. Enter the daily ones as often as you can, be patient - the wins will come and have fun!
June 16th, 2008 at 4:17 pm
Entering contests is a hobby of mine. I do win bu still waiting for the big one :0). Persistance is my only tip. Enter, enter, enter and you will win some and lose some..
June 16th, 2008 at 4:20 pm
entering contest is awesome. my tip is simple - read the rules! thanks for the contest
June 16th, 2008 at 4:38 pm
I enter contests every day. My biggest win was $25,000 which came when my husband had been out of work for six months and we were on the verge of losing our home! My tip: Keep at it. Have fun. Use Roboform for easy filling of forms. Blog contests are fun because I have met other women like me and websites that are amazing.
June 16th, 2008 at 5:49 pm
I only enter s contest if I realy like or want the prize.
June 16th, 2008 at 6:03 pm
I do enter contests but I go through phases of it. I do it for a while then quit doing it.
June 16th, 2008 at 6:10 pm
I enter contests almost every single day. It’s addicting and I love to win *free* stuff. And to win you have to enter, so the more the better!
I’d love to win! Well duh. Of course
sj1026(at)gmail(dot)com
June 16th, 2008 at 6:30 pm
I enter a lot of contests but very rarely win. My best tip is to enter as many as possible.
June 16th, 2008 at 6:40 pm
I like to win the stuff I am entering for–and often times I do.
June 16th, 2008 at 6:59 pm
Yes, I do enter contests. I do okay, I usually win 2 -3 prizes a month. My best tip would be to enter some the day before they end. I have won quite a few things that way.
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June 16th, 2008 at 7:36 pm
I do enter contests and I do win some of them (although I’d love to win more). There’s nothing like having a package come in the mail for you! My tip is to read the rules and follow them to the letter so you’re not disqualified. Also look at your local stores for drop boxes (sometimes at customer service desks or on end-cap displays). Carry a pen with you so you can always fill out your name and enter.
June 16th, 2008 at 8:07 pm
I enter contests. I could do better. I think organization is the key. I seem to be a day late.
June 16th, 2008 at 8:36 pm
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