Spin the Wheel of Good Things! You can win instantly!
Recently, on my TV show, I introduced the "Martha's Cooking School Sweepstakes," which you can enter at marthastewart.com/cookingschool.
Some of the prizes you can win are:
- A trip to New York City to see "The Martha Stewart Show" and attend the first day of our Cooking School series
- A $250 gift card from Macy's
- A complete collection of cookware and cooks' tools from the Martha Stewart Collection at Macy's
- My newest book, "Martha Stewart's Cooking School"
Valpak is helping to spread the word about this sweepstakes by mailing 43 million blue Valpak envelopes all across the country. Spin the Wheel of Good Things! You can win instantly! Too bad they're not allowing me to play –- I love a good sweepstakes!
Oh my, I usually put those right in the recycling bin. I will certainly look for the blue envelope and your pic!
Thanks for all of the inspiration over the years, the world is a better place for it!
Come visit anytime.
Linda
Posted by: Linda Crispell | September 24th, 2008 at 6:23 pm
Hi Martha,
I am a fourth grade teacher in Sacramento, CA. I created a website that my students are able to access for their homework, field trips, etc. As a way to get my students excited about reading and the internet, I started a blog link. Students can access the blog link and express their feelings about topics covered in our novels. I have found that my students enjoy blogging and are learning something, too!
Courtnay Kaump
Rocklin, CA
Posted by: Courtnay Kaump | September 24th, 2008 at 6:51 pm
Oh that is exciting! I will enter for sure...hope it's open to Canadians too!
I posted some photos of antique dog figurines you might like today.
http://www.snickerdoodles.typepad.com
Posted by: kerry macLeod | September 24th, 2008 at 7:48 pm
I love your shows Martha. If I can't be home at show time I tape to the DVR. I don't ever miss a show. And oh what fun I've had at Michael's looking over all of the great scrapbook crafts.
I love to send your kits to my daughter and grand kids. My Lauren (age 6) is a true crafter already. Now I'm hoping to teach her to knit.
Keep up the great work; your shows are wonderful.
Posted by: mary d fagg | September 24th, 2008 at 8:20 pm
Boo hoo! Such a shame that this is only open to US citizens, I wanted to play, but because I'm in England I can't!
Maybe I'll have to move out to the US. Then I could buy your Macy's products too.
Pru
Posted by: Pru | September 24th, 2008 at 9:52 pm
Cant wait to get mine in the mail!
I want to PLAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Tandra
Posted by: Tandra Boyer | September 24th, 2008 at 9:56 pm
HI, I am 65 years old and this sounds like a lot of fun. I don't get out very much and the only thing sounds awsome.
Posted by: Dolly Mroz | September 25th, 2008 at 1:09 am
Good Morning Martha, I have been receiving the Valpak Envelope in the mail for several years. I look forward to all the savings the coupons bring. However, I didn't get your Blue Envelope in the mail yet.
Betsy
Posted by: Betsy Mech | September 25th, 2008 at 2:34 am
I would like to know how to use that spoon fine restaurants give you with the fish course.
Thank you!
Posted by: Theresa.Peronti | September 25th, 2008 at 4:07 am
I receive those blue Valupaks in the mail, so I will definitely pay closer attention when this one arrives! What a fun opportunity!
Posted by: Terriaw | September 25th, 2008 at 4:24 am
Miss Martha,
With the way things are these day's we have to strrrrecccch our money as much as we can. Everyone one should look forward to the Blue ValPak .... i do! Have a Great Day.
Sharon from Michigan
Posted by: Sharon Bills | September 25th, 2008 at 4:29 am
I've BEEN spinning, Martha...it appeared that I almost won something this morning, but it did the final click over and told me to try again. Big sigh!
Gee whiz...I'd love to win ALL of the prizes - sounds selfish, I know, but I don't mean it to be... Let's see...I'd LOVE to meet you in person...I need a good pots-n-pans set...if I win the Macy's gift card, I assure you I'd be buying all-things-Martha! (And) I've got to absolutely get your cooking handbook (I'll be sending it back your way for autographing!) If you've been reading about me, you'll remember I'm not too keen in the cooking area! I did pass your kitchen quiz with flying colors...I've got the head knowledge, but my technique skills stink - big time!...things don't come naturally to me in the kitchen, like it would in the outdoors. You know how a non-gardener would be all thumbs if asked to repot a plant?...well, that's how I feel that I am while using kitchen tools, especially cutting/chopping!
You know the old adage "if it's to be, it's up to me"?!!...practice makes perfect, I guess...
=^..^=
Posted by: Cindy Bricker | September 25th, 2008 at 4:51 am
I love coupons!!! I hope there are some good ones in there, besides your entry!
Posted by: Ashley | September 25th, 2008 at 5:05 am
Hi Martha,
I been reading your blog since I started blogging but I don't have the guts to leave you my comments coz am just worried that you'll peep in back to my site & that's isn't appealing.
Anyways, exciting with your sweeptakes though I know that a lady far away can't win. My daughter & my chef son love's your show & both are drolling §:-))
Have a nice afternoon ahead!
Best Regards,
//chie
Posted by: Chie Nicolaisen | September 25th, 2008 at 5:17 am
Hi Martha-
This sounds fun! It would be great to see your show in person. Will be looking for the blue envelope...Looks like you are having a blast with this one.
Posted by: Jennifer Fancher | September 25th, 2008 at 6:07 am
Great giveaway! How exciting!
Posted by: Lisa @ Stop and Smell the Chocolates | September 25th, 2008 at 6:10 am
Martha, most deal with budget planning for families, significant others, but none deal with added expense and budgeting when our dear parents need to move in. Also, ways to build in respite care for the caregiver which doesn't cost a bunch. There are a lot of us out there, and this is becoming common place in our society. Because we want to care for our parents at home to give them the most comfortable living situation available as well as honoring their needs and wishes in these situations, there have to be more resources available to us to keep the boat afloat. HELP!
Posted by: suzanne richardson | September 25th, 2008 at 6:11 am
Hi Martha, Like many others, I have not received my special Valpak blue envelope as yet. I guess it takes a while for them to get out here to the Pacific Northwest. In yesterday's great blog about your special blog room, I absolutely loved the photo of you in your "natural" state @ 6:30AM! You looked so young, beautiful and relaxed!!! Thanks for all you do. Jan
Posted by: Jan Erickson | September 25th, 2008 at 7:00 am
Hi Martha...
I am so excited that you have extended this to all your Canadian Friends...I just played "Spin the Wheel"
thanks for everything!
Posted by: Diana Evans | September 25th, 2008 at 7:15 am
Dear Martha,
The Valpak contest is great fun! I have a question re the blog contest - maybe I missed the info - I would like to know how many winners you will be choosing and when they will be announced.
Thank you.
Posted by: Marsha | September 25th, 2008 at 7:18 am
Dear Martha and gang,
I just played the spinning wheel game..."try again"! Also took the cooking quiz...missed #9 & 10. Actually I read the word 'sleeve' (for the pastry bag attachment), the choice was "sieve" so I missed it and had no clue about the knife even though I remember you talking about them on the show. Speaking of show...so great to have you back on in the mornings and the show has been excellent, as always. Thanks for all the 'good things, Martha, it's lots of fun!
Love, Tina
PS. I'm going at it again tomorrow...really need a spatula but would be thrilled with a wooden spoon! Almost forgot! Happy "Cake" Day, Alexis!!!
Posted by: Tina Y | September 25th, 2008 at 7:26 am
I just downloaded your boned,rolled and tied turkey recipe. But,it wouldn't give me the cranberry compote recipe,that went along with it. Could you PLEASE send that to my email,if possible? I would really appreciate it!! Thank You. Judi.
Posted by: Judi Bengtson | September 25th, 2008 at 8:06 am
How fantastic is that?! I usually let my husband go get the mail, but I'll be running out for it myself now. Can't wait to get the Valpak. Great idea Martha.
Posted by: Teresa Cordell | September 25th, 2008 at 8:34 am
Just to let you know that if you are from Canada you are more then welcome to spin the wheel and win a prize! Also, if you have not received your Valpak, please be patient! They were just mailed recently.
Thanks,
Martha
Posted by: Martha Stewart | September 25th, 2008 at 9:03 am
So much fun at the Martha Show!!! Can't wait to get my Valpak.
Posted by: Bakerslove | September 25th, 2008 at 9:34 am
Martha,
I have gotten hooked on my new volunteer activity....taking my Sealyham Terrier-CoCo on PetHug Visits...to hospitals...hospice...libraries..
My BLOG is very new...and has a long way to go in educating pet lovers to the joy of Theapy Pets.
Any help?....I get so busy at my job and my volunteer work its hard to find the time...but I am passionate about passing on the benefits of Dog Therapy work to others.
the Blog is cocosadventure.blogspot.com
Gene 510-384-8834 Oakland -California
Posted by: Gene Boomer | September 25th, 2008 at 1:54 pm
Martha do you have any easy to follow instructions on how to make a quilt. the inst. have to be super easy so an old gal like me dose'nt get confused. I'm asking this because i think you know everything. i had surgery and have been blessed to be able to watch your show everyday. I have a great respect for you. If you cannot help me i will understand. I did'nt know how else to get in touch with you. I like all of your products.
Posted by: Karen L. Campos | September 25th, 2008 at 7:51 pm
you look great
Posted by: raheel | September 26th, 2008 at 12:46 am
Wow..I always use to throw those Valpaks away ...now I will take sometime to look through them. I must say I love your show and you offer to your audience so much more then cooking,crafting . What a great show each time I watch...learning something new everyday. I must also say I love your blog....last week I believe it was when you where talking about blogging I had to laugh because I'm new at all of this cooking...lol and blogging. Your blog is very well put together and carry very good content. Thanks for sharing. I hope you will have time to visit and share some thoughts about mine:http://nighthelper.blogspot.com/ I hope to one day have the traffic and support that you have. Much success to you always Martha. I will be adding your blog to mine!
God Bless You!!
Posted by: Lisa C. | September 26th, 2008 at 4:17 am
I loved the segment on the new Husquavarna sewing machine. I have a Designer 1, and love doing the embroidery. I was really excited to see the new Martha Stewart embroidery software for monograms. I did sheets and towels for my daughter and her husband last year for Christmas with a Martha Pullen monogram and they were so elegant. I have tried to find the program on your web site but could not find it. Where should I be looking? Thank you, I look forward to using your software. Cindy
Posted by: Cindy Freshley | September 26th, 2008 at 4:21 pm
I've been spinning everyday .. no luck yet
Posted by: Kimberly | September 26th, 2008 at 10:16 pm
Though she has her detractors, due to her very large contribution of style, creativity, taste, and inspiration toward a better and more enjoyable life, I am grateful that there is a Martha Stewart. Thank you, Martha, for your magazines which are an escape to a moment of beauty, and for your recipes which never call for cans of this or packets of instant that, and for sharing art and artful living with anyone who desires to learn. I smile when I think that you are truly a Martha not a Mary, in terms of industrious practical application rather than dreaming abstraction. Here's to the Marthas of the world, and may there always be.
Posted by: Meg | September 27th, 2008 at 12:34 am
I really enjoy watching Martha. I only wish shows could give prizes that could serve more people. I have never had a sewing machine or a mixer. I would be the happiest women in the world to win something like this. I have 4 children and have never been able to afford these items. Sometimes winning the less costly items is the best. If you think about it, who actually wins the large contest. Ususally those who do not really need it.
Posted by: mamasalgado | September 27th, 2008 at 6:56 am
Dear Martha;I have to tell you this story as I never realized whot a high class & cnsiderate company you run.I recently attended the Regis&Kelly show.Whot a disaster,no comparison to the Martha Stewart Show which I attended a while ago.I had to get up 4:30 in the morning to take a 6:oo bus to the city.Upon arriving I took a taxie up to their studio.I stood in line for 2 hours and 15minutes befor the show started they let us in.Befor letting us in we went through security and were treated with disrespect and rudness.After waiting almost 2 hours everyone had to use the ladies room which they had no facilities and to top this Regis never showed up and the main guest never showed up,Whot a disaster,and it cst me 45.00 in cab fees not counting my fair over from Jersey.There is no show like the Martha Stewart Show.You treated the people with courtesy and consideration.You let us rest,use the ladies room,treated us to water and a snack and a gift.The people were wonderful and so mush fun it was well worth the trip.Martha,you are one classy woman.With mush admiration,joan barresse
Posted by: Mrs.Joan Barresse | September 27th, 2008 at 7:55 am
Good day. I wanted to tell you about a most unusual, delightful European pastry shop in the foothills of the Catskill Mountains. They have established an excellent reputation as the must place to visit when in the area and people come from miles around. They serve a delightful German fare and Vienese pastry, including black forest cake, Furst Pickler, Mocha torte and the ever popular Stollen. One of the waitresses told me the other day "I wish Martha Stewart would come here", and I thought I would mention it. The establishment is called "Hartmann's Caffe Hause" and is located in Round Top, NY, near the rural post office, amid Bavarian style homes and old-fashioned resorts. Round top is about two and a half hours from NYC, 30 miles south of Albany, 20 minutes from Woodstock and within 20 minutes from the NY State Thruway at either Saugerties or Catskill, NY. They have a website wth hours and phone numbers. If you go, you can send me a "Thank you" note. RC.
Posted by: Ro Cameron | September 27th, 2008 at 4:05 pm
Thank you for this venue to post our thoughts and comments. I will be lookig forward to having my comment about the Veniese Pastry shop moderated and on this site. Rc.
Posted by: Ro Cameron | September 27th, 2008 at 4:19 pm
It's so awesome to have you on the Valpak envelope this month! One thing is clear from these blog comments, the Valpak audience loves Martha Stewart.
Posted by: David Flash | October 6th, 2008 at 1:56 pm
IWATCH YOUR SHOW EVERY DAY AND HAVE LEARNED SO MUCH TOO ADD TO MY MOTHERS TEACHEING. I AM THE 13th child of 15 and learned how to cook for large familys.
Posted by: EDITH ZEMSKE | October 11th, 2008 at 8:23 am
Thanks for this great sweepstakes, and your other themed contests as well! A recycling tip for Valpaks: reuse the backsides as shopping lists. I pull the coupon flyers I plan to use, then clip the rest to a small magnetized clip board on my refrigerator.
Posted by: Rose | October 15th, 2008 at 6:46 am