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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American Family Insurance Tips & Trends: Maximize Your Space

We’re thrilled to have American Family Insurance sponsoring the Johnson County Home + Garden Show! American Family Insurance, along with their brand Ambassador Kathy Ireland, will share the latest safety tips and home decor trends. Check our blog frequently for more of American Family Insurance’s insights, or follow @amfam and @kchomeshows on Twitter to get the latest information!

The Power of Decluttering

Be smart about where you store items in your kitchen. Think about how often you use something, and determine where it goes based on that frequency. The best kitchens aren't big, they're efficient.

For more homeowner advice visit the American Family Insurance team in Booth 404 at the Johnson County Home + Garden Show. Learn how they can help you, your family, and home stay safe.

Sweepstakes Alert: When you're chatting with the American Family Insurance team at the show, don't forget to enter their sweepstakes. You could win a one-on-one consultation with Kathy Ireland and $15,000 in her home decor to reimagine your living space from American Family Insurance and Kathy Ireland World Wide. You can enter in Booth 404 or online at www.amfam.com/homeshows.

Don't have tickets yet? Buy online and save $3! Click here to take advantage of this exclusive offer.

About American Family Insurance

Madison, Wis.– based American Family Insurance is the nation's third-largest mutual property/casualty insurance company and ranks 358th on the Fortune 500 list. The company sells American Family-brand products, including auto, homeowners, life, business and farm/ranch insurance, through its exclusive agents in 19 states. American Family affiliates (The General, Homesite and AssureStart) also provide options for consumers who want to manage their insurance matters directly over the Internet or by phone. Web: www.amfam.com; Facebook: www.facebook.com/amfam; Twitter: www.twitter.com/amfam; Google+: plus.google.com/+amfam/.

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American Family Insurance Tips & Trends: Keep Pests Out

We’re thrilled to have American Family Insurance sponsoring the Johnson County Home + Garden Show! American Family Insurance, along with their brand Ambassador Kathy Ireland, will share the latest safety tips and home decor trends. Check our blog frequently for more of American Family Insurance’s insights, or follow @amfam and @kchomeshows on Twitter to get the latest information!

Keep Pests Out

It's important to make the right preparations to ensure your home is pest free and secure.

For more homeowner advice visit the American Family Insurance team in Booth 404 at the Johnson County Home + Garden Show. Learn how they can help you, your family, and home stay safe.

Don't have tickets yet? Buy online and save $3! Click here to take advantage of this exclusive offer.

Sweepstakes Alert: When you're chatting with the American Family Insurance team at the show, don't forget to enter their sweepstakes. You could win a one-on-one consultation with Kathy Ireland and $15,000 in her home decor to reimagine your living space from American Family Insurance and Kathy Ireland World Wide. You can enter in Booth 404 or online at www.amfam.com/homeshows.

About American Family Insurance

Madison, Wis.– based American Family Insurance is the nation's third-largest mutual property/casualty insurance company and ranks 358th on the Fortune 500 list. The company sells American Family-brand products, including auto, homeowners, life, business and farm/ranch insurance, through its exclusive agents in 19 states. American Family affiliates (The General, Homesite and AssureStart) also provide options for consumers who want to manage their insurance matters directly over the Internet or by phone. Web: www.amfam.com; Facebook: www.facebook.com/amfam; Twitter: www.twitter.com/amfam; Google+: plus.google.com/+amfam/.

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Get to Know Artemano, Furnishings @ The GTA Home Show ...*$500 Giveaway*

ENTER THE GIVEAWAY BELOW

The GTA Home Show opens next Thursday, and we can't wait! We've got inspiration at every turn, specifically in our feature home!  Beautifully furnished by Artemano, every room will showcase clean lines, natural materials, and one-of-a-kind silhouettes.  Get to know Artemano now, and enter to win a $500 gift card to the store simply by tweeting. Details below...

How did your company get started?

Years ago, founder Shimon travelled abroad where, for the first time, he set his eyes on freeform wood tables and stunning furniture made of natural, often recycled materials similar to what we see in our stores today. He instantly connected with these one-of-a-kind pieces and knew it was something he would be passionate about sharing.

What are your products/services?

Artemano focuses on handmade, high-quality furniture made mostly out of different types of beautiful wood.  Many of our pieces have a one-of-a-kind silhouette and unrefined design that comes straight from nature. All distinct features, including knots, cracks and crevices, are carefully preserved and cherished.  Many people don’t know that Artemano offers an in-home interior design service that you can take advantage of either before or after your purchase - you decide!

What is your company’s mantra?

“Home is an escape and we love to create it” . We believe that your home is the one place you should be able to go to truly relax. Incorporating organic furniture that you love is one of the best ways to achieve serenity.

What are your home and
garden pet peeves?

The old saying “less is more” is most definitely a belief of ours, so our design pet peeve is clutter.  Too much furniture or too many decorative accessories overwhelms any space and creates energy less conducive to tranquility.

What are your top 3 home and garden tips for this season?

1. Opposites attract; mix warm and cold pieces, modern and rustic styling, bright and dull colors.
2. Liven up any space for spring with plants and flowers for a fresh, bright zone.
3. Quality over quantity. Instead of over accessorizing your home, choose a few pieces that best represent you and your space to be the focal point.

What is the weirdest client request you have ever received?

After looking at a rocking horse displayed in one of our stores, a customer asked if we has the same piece but with the horse holding a spear in one of its hands.  We did not.

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ENTER NOW: Artemano is giving you a chance to WIN a $500 to their store! 

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DETAILS: First, follow both the GTA Home Show & Artemano on Twitter. 

Follow @HomeShowsTO Follow @ArtemanoQc

To enter you must ...

Click the button below and tell us which room you would use the $500 gift card to furnish!

Tweet to @ArtemanoQc

For example...

"@ArtemanoQc @HomeShowsTO #GTAHomeShow I would use the $500 gift card to furnish my living room!" 

Giveaway ends Febryary 23 @ 11:59 p.m. ET

  Valid for Ontario residents only. 

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