Congratulations to This Season’s Winners

At Marketplace Events we love our friends, fans, and followers. And to help show how much we appreciate and value your support, we hold a series of giveaways on several different channels (via Facebook, email, on our websites, and more) every year. Congratulations to the winners of this season’s giveaways!

• Velena Adams, Scotts Snaps Sweepstakes (Minneapolis Home + Garden Show) 
• Christy Coates, Scotts Snaps Sweepstakes (Facebook)
• Lauren Gerber, Smart Home Sweepstakes (Winnipeg Home + Garden Show) 
• Emily Hall, Scotts Snaps Sweepstakes (Des Moines Home + Outdoor Living Show) 
• Brian Henderson, Scotts Snaps Sweepstakes (Capital Remodel + Garden Show) 
• Bridget Nagle, $500 Smart Home Sweepstakes 
• Rosemary Norton, $250 Post-Show Consumer Survey 
• Pavel Posrednikov, $500 Smart Home Sweepstakes 
• David Stone, Scotts Snaps Sweepstakes (Cleveland Home + Remodeling Expo) 
• Regina Shepherd, Scotts Snaps Sweepstakes (Raleigh Home Show) 
• Patricia Taylor, $500 Smart Home Sweepstakes 
• Kevin Troio, $250 Post-Show Consumer Survey 
• Cynthia Toupin, $500 Smart Home Sweepstakes 
• Sharon Underwood, $500 Smart Home Sweepstakes 

We hope our home shows have helped to inspire you to spruce up your space and that the prizes you’ve won will allow you to do so. Want to see your name on that list next season? Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. Stay tuned to see what our next giveaway will be (hint: it’s a doozy!).

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The Search Is On For Western Canada's Next Home Stylist

Calling all bloggers, designers, and entertaining enthusiasts: we're searching for the next big name in design, entertainment, and all things lifestyle. Are you it? If you've got a reputation for throwing buzz-worthy parities, creating unforgettable spaces, and styling incredible Instagram snaps, we want to hear from you!

Enter Western Canada's Next Home Stylist contest at nexthomestylist.com and you could make it big by becoming our official spokesperson at this fall's home and design shows in Calgary, Vancouver, and Edmonton. Our three favourite entrants will compete in a series of lifestyle-themed challenges in partnership with Urban Barn and Western Living magazine, with the winner announced this August.

That's not all - our $10,000 grand prize package includes an Urban Barn gift certificate, connections with Western Living magazine, media exposure across two provinces, and so much more!

Stardom waits for no one. Make your chance count and enter today - we're only accepting entries until April 30, 2015. What are you waiting for? This could be your big break!

For full rules and regulations, please click here.

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Tyson's Top Fall Trends

Fall is nearly upon us and you know what that means. It's almost time for the Vancouver Home + Design Show! From October 16-19 at BC Place, you'll find the freshest interior inspiration for fall - but being as impatient as we are, we need to know the top trends to look out for now. Who better to ask than assistant show manager, Tyson Kidd?

Read on to get the goods for fall must-haves now, and follow us on Instagram to join our Fresh for Fall Regram Contest. You'll find top trends and can enter to win free tickets to the show. What are you waiting for?

Wild World
We live in a highly global, increasingly smaller world. Which is a good thing for you, as this means that your home design isn't bound by borders. This fall, try injecting some bright prints from around the globe into your home decor - think throw pillows, wall decor, and decorative vases. Your space will thank you.

Tones of Turquoise
This bold hue was once saved for bathrooms alone - forget that. This year, turquoise has emerged as the reigning colour choice for daring designers. Imagine duvet covers, candle holders, kitchen accessories, and more. For an elegant touch, pair it with gold accents.

Colour Me Happy
Celosia Orange is the hottest colour for fall (literally!). This bold hue is burning up bedrooms, living rooms - even kitchens. Don't overdo it though. This bright idea can quickly go from a hot hue to a hot mess in one fell swoop. Stick to cheap 'n cheerful accessories, or for you bold types, one small accent wall. Orange you glad you listened?

Nice Tan
This fall we're seeing a resurgence of styles gone by. One of the long awaited returns is tan leather (check out this example from Urban Barn). Its warm tone is a welcome addition to any room. One suggestion: when buying leather, make sure it's top grain. That way, it will look beautiful for years to come.

Black + White
There's no denying this classic combo is here to stay. This fall we're seeing a sought-after return of simple monochromatic for the home. The deep contrast of these chic shades adds an element of sophistication to your home decor - when done in moderation, of course.

Will you stop all of these trends at the Vancouver Home + Design Show? You'll never know unless you buy your tickets or try your luck in our Fresh for Fall Regram Contest. Fingers crossed!

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Life Hack Starts Today!

Do you have a clever solution for banishing disorderly drawers and difficult DIYs? Share your favourite life hacks with us and you might see them showcased at the Calgary Home + Design Show or the Vancouver Home + Design Show – plus, our favourite entries will score a pair of tickets to the show of their choice.

Here’s what you have to do!

From August 6 – 14, share a photo of your favourite life hack with us on Twitter or Instagram (or both!) with these details:

Vancouver:

Use #VHDSLifeHack and tag @VanHomeShows on Twitter or Instagram

Calgary:

Use #CHDSLifeHack and tag @HomeShowsAB on Twitter or Instagram

There’s no limit on entries, so feel free to share as many helpful hacks as you like. It’s that simple! So, what are you waiting for? Get out and start snapping those photos, and maybe even snap up a few tickets while you’re at it. 

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