Links to some retailers…

12 Days of Eames Holiday Giveaway : www.SmartFurniture.com

SmartFurniture.com will be giving away one of a dozen timeless Eames products to registered contestants. From classic toys like the House of Cards to ageless designs like the Eames Molded Plastic Rocking Chair, they will be bringing the goods for 12 straight days. The grand prize is the Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman. Enter from November 16, 2011 until 11:59 P.M. (ET) on December 11, 2011.

Superstar Holiday Tree Sweepstakes: Modernica, Inc.

Enter the Modernica Superstar Holiday Tree for You and a Friend Sweepstakes for your chance to win. A winner will be notified on November 28th and will receive two Superstar Mini Trees- one to keep and one to share! Enter from November 16, 2011 @ 08:00 am (CST) until November 27, 2011 @ 10:27 pm (CST) on their Facebook fan page.

The Rejuvenation Made-for-You Sweepstakes: Fresh Home Ideas

Fresh Home Ideas has teamed up with Rejuvenation for a giveaway, just in time for you to make over your home for the holidays! One lucky winner will win $750 worth of Rejuvenation products. You choose what you win: Lighting, hardware, house parts and more. You can enter once a day between 12:01AM CT on October 31, 2011 and ends at 11:59PM CT on December 9, 2011 (the “Sweepstakes Period”).

West Elm Win Your Holiday Wishlist: West Elm

Create a wish list and win up to $5,000 worth of West Elm products. The Sweepstakes ends at 11:59pm PST on 12/31/2011.

2011 Holiday Giveaway: Apartment Therapy

Apartment Therapy is giving away a hundred great design gifts for your home until December 18th, 2011.

Please be sure to read official rules and details to make sure you are eligible to enter before you enter these sweepstakes.

Here are my favorites (if you click the “Buy” botton, you will be redirected to that product page on Velocity Art & Design website – don’t worry, you are not actually buying the item!).

Vitra Elephant Mouse Pad Inspired by the Eames Elephant, Hella Jongerius created this charming mouse pad as a souvenir that was exclusively available in the Vitra Design Museum Shop, where it became the bestselling souvenir. Now available for order online! Material: Two layers of Vitra-leather. Dimensions: 7 3/4″ W x 9 1/2″ L

Vitra Eames House Bird Charles and Ray Eames augmented the interior “collage” of the Eames House with numerous objects brought back from their extensive travels. The figure of a black wooden bird — evidently one of their most prized objects of American folk art — has stood in the centre of their living room for over fifty years. Also seen as an accessory in many of the Eames’ photographs, the bird figure from the Appalachian mountain region of the eastern United States. Based on the original artefact and in cooperation with the Eames Family, Vitra is now producing the first series of this figure. Material: solid alder, black lacquer finish, steel wire. Dimensions: 10 ¾ × 3 ½ × 11 “

Vitra Girard Wooden Doll #3 Alongside Charles and Ray Eames as well as George Nelson, Alexander Girard was one of the decisive figures in post-War American design. The focus of his broad oeuvre was on textile design, and a key source of inspiration for him was his passion for the popular art of South America, Asia and East Europe. The Wooden Dolls, which Girard created for his own home in Santa Fe and made himself, are likewise inspired by his own extensive collection of works of popular art. Half decorative element, half toy, the Wooden Dolls were originally intended only for personal use. Based on documents and originals found in the Girard Estate held by the Vitra Design Museum, the partly joyful, partly grim-looking company of dolls is now coming out as a limited edition as a charming enhancement to any interior. Materials: Solid firwood, hand painted. Delivered with a brochure in a high-quality printed wooden box. Dimensions: 5.75″ H x 3″ W x 1.75″ D

Vitra LCM, Lounge Chair Metal, Miniature Original designed in 1946 , reproduced in 1995. The Eames approach manipulates the principle of adding the minimal independent elements, giving a high degree of comfort. The quality of form is maintained while keeping an eye on economic conscience and intelligent use of materials. This chair was, and still is a successful design. Dimensions: 4.4″ H x 3.7″ W x 4.1″ D This is the collector’s model version of this iconic chair. This is not the full sized version of this chair. Please carefully note the dimensions of this miniature chair.

Vitra George Nelson Polygon Wall Clock These clocks are produced from the original design documents from the Nelson archive with the blessings of the George Nelson estate. Materials: Lacquered solid stained walnut; metal, high-grade quartz clockwork. Dimensions: 17″ Diameter

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…and many other fine retailers!

Thinking about buying Herman Miller products? Starting June 4th, 2010 and continuing through June 14th, 2010, all Herman Miller for The Home products including the work of Eames, Nelson, Noguchi and others are 15% off at many retailers.

Plan ahead and take advantage of this semi-annual sale. Some products are customizable and you can order free swatches at a retailer like SmartFurniture.com.

Also, if you register at Ebates.com and follow their link when shopping, you may be eligible for extra cash back – find out how here: I can’t guarantee cash back for all items, but it won’t hurt to try I am a member of Ebates since 2001 and earned $271.19 in cash back! For example, you get 3% cash back shopping at Design Within Reach using Ebates.

Aqua Sky Armchair with Eiffel Legs

The Eames molded plastic chairs were first introduced in 1948. They were the first industrially mass produced one-piece plastic chairs. Originally, the shells were made with fiberglass-infused plastic. Today’s Eames molded plastic chairs are manufactured with more environmentally friendly materials, 100% recyclable polypropylene. The chairs are even more environmentally friendly now that they are made in the United States to reduce their manufacturing carbon footprint.

Java Shell Chair with Dowel Legs

Charles and Ray Eames’ clean, simple, and enduring design have been loved by many since they were first introduced more than 60 years ago. Good design is timeless – The Eames molded plastic chairs perfectly fit in the category.

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Great news for Dallas area mid century modern fans – White Rock Home Tour, the area’s all-modern home tour will be held on April 24 – 25, 2010. The tour will feature five modern homes: four mid century modern homes including two Ju-Nel Homes and one sustainable home (designed by Alan Hoffman) in honor of concurrent Earth Day. Proceeds from the tour will benefit Hexter Elementary School.

One of the Featured Homes

Event Details:
Date: April 24 – 25, 2010 (noon to 5 p.m.)
Cost: $10 in advance at White Rock Coffee, Green Spot or Select Tom Thumb stores, $15 at the door of any tour home during event hours
More information: Visit website or call Home Tour Hotline at 972-502-5815.

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Special thanks to: Christine R. and Tesa G.