So yesterday was tough…I don’t know if any of you have ever had this problem…but I finally decided it was time to take my machine in for a routine cleaning and service. I’ve had my machine about 18 months, and with all the sewing I do I knew it was definitely time. I clean all the lint from my bobbin case and the areas I can reach after every 5 bobbins…but it was time. There are only 2 machines ahead of me, so she shouldn’t be gone too long…but it sure was hard to leave my machine at the shop! I do have a great backup machine (my main machine is a Janome Memory Craft 6600, and my backup is a Janome Gem Platinum), but it’s just not the same. Anyway…
…thanks so much for all of the wonderful insight on my Farmer’s Wife dilemma–I really appreciate all of the ideas and input. For now I’m continuing on. I made a list last night of 10 blocks of the remaining 26 that I’m okay with doing. Each little pile in the photo above is one block cut out and ready to sew;I’m hoping to cut out the rest of the blocks on my list today. Oh, and the tumblers in the first photo were cut from a couple of charm packs of Odds & Ends by Cosmo Cricket for Moda. It’s such a fun line (actually I’ve loved each of their collections) to sew with, and I have the perfect spot for this runner after I get it quilted today(after I fix the little pucker that I didn’t notice until looking at the photo just now).
I mentioned recently that it was my 4-year blogiversary on July 1st. Thank you so much for the good wishes! I can’t even tell you how grateful I am I decided to start this little blog…I know I’ve said it before…but I have learned so much from the on-line quilting/sewing/crafting community of bloggers! I really appreciate every comment, every insight, and every post I’ve learned from. I am quite certain that I have received more than I could ever give.To say a small thank you, I’ve decided to do a giveaway each Saturday for the rest of the month. First choice is a copy of The Civil War Sewing Circle by Kathleen Tracy along with a copy of the recent issue of Quiltmaker’s 100 Blocks. I love the Civil War Sewing Circle book so much that I bought it twice!
The other choice today is this wonderful collection of Riley Blake fabrics…nearly 7 yards of the Bella Blvd. Collection.
The fabrics will make the free project sheet quilt pictured to the right with everything included other than the backing. Thanks so much to Lollipos & Notions, an on-line Etsy seller, for sending along this fabric.
Just leave one comment on this post, please, letting me know which giveaway item you’d prefer if your name is picked. Thanks so much…and have a wonderful weekend!
Edit: The giveaway is now closed. Congratulations to Sarah who won the fabrics and to Anna who won the books!
Archie the wonder dog says
I haven't had my 'new' (two or three years old) machine serviced yet but my old machine was serviced by a man that came to the house – a perfect solution!! I hope you get your machine back soon!
If I was lucky enough to win I'd choose the Riley Blake fabric…congratulations on four years of wonderful blogging!
Miss 376 says
Thank you for the chance to enter such a lovely giveaway. If possible, I'd like Kathy's book. I don't have any of her books, although I belong to her Yahoo group and have made some of her quilts. It would be lovely to read one of the books too
Ullhärvan says
That's a very tough choice to make, but I think I'd go with the book and magazine! I also hope you get your machine back soon!
Jane says
Can't help myself; I'd have to go with the fabric! Thanks so much, & happy bloggiversary! I have the 6600, too. Great machine!
johan en henny says
Hi Sherri, i'd love to enter your give away! I like the book. I follow your blog because i am making The Farmers wife like you do! love your choice of fabric.
Henny
Kell says
I've had my new machine for about a year and a half now. So, it's time to take it in for a check up but not looking forward to being without it. If I get picked I would like the Bella Blvd fabric. Thanks for the giveaway.
Bev says
Love your photos! Your Farmer's Wife blocks made me get out my book. That's about all I did though. I'm working to get my ufo's done but, sigh, it's taking forever. I love the Riley Blake fabrics. That's one of my all-time favorite lines! Thanks for the giveaway and the inspiration! Cheery wave from Bev
Gra says
It sounds like you are undergoing the "empty nest syndrome"!!!! LOL
If by any chance I win…the fabric would be very much appreciated. Thnks so much.
Sequana says
Oh, fabric – fabric! I never turn down fabric. 🙂 Thx for the chance.
Cathy says
If my name is picked, I'd like The Civil War Sewing Circle. I enjoy reading your blog. You are so productive and I like following your progress, especially on the FW blocks.
Terry@ iluvmybugs says
Happy Fourth Anniversary of your blog! Thanks for the sweet giveaway…I'd love the Riley Blake fabric if I'm a lucky winner!
Susan Martin says
Thank you for all you do. I would love to win the fabric. Of course everything else is great too.
Donna says
You are so inspiring! I adore all your FW blocks. Lovely giveaway. I would take either but love the fabric!
Teresa in Music City says
Ny goodness that is a toughie! I have a Janome 6600 too and had to have it serviced last year. He told me it was still clean as a baby and I had been sewing on it for a couple of years! I'm sure it will be fine!
Love both of your giveaways, but I fell in LOVE with that fabric! I'm sure hoping I'll win :*)
Jen says
Thanks so much for this lovely opportunity! I'd love to have either prize! Congrats so much on your achievement – Love reading your blog!
Sue Bone says
I would choose the bella blvd. That looks like a pretty project.
Linda says
HELLO! HAPPY BLOGBIRTHDAY!
I'D LOVE THE FABRICS!
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR SHARING!
msstitcher1948@yahoo.com
Bolo heads says
Fabric I would always choose fabric. Also I really like everything Riley Blake.
Julia says
Congrats on your anniversary! I can still remember the time that I was without my machine for 2 long weeks. Mind you it was not by choice but rather the motherboard on my beloved machine decided to depart from this earth. Somehow I managed to survive and my world was once again sunny! Thanks for the giveaway and I'd love to have the fabric.
Laurie in Maine says
Fabric – it doesn't count as stash if it's given to you. Right? 🙂
Laurie in Maine says
Fabric – it doesn't count as stash if it's given to you. Right? 🙂
Cherry's Prairie Primitives says
Yeah for 4 years of blogging!! Hope your machine gets done real soon!! I would love the fabric!!
Jayne Honnold says
Good luck with the sewing machine repair. We now have a dealer locally that services Berninas, which is what I've had for about 25 years. We get attached to our machines, don't we?
And it's so kind of you to offer a giveaway! I would be more interested in the fabric and pattern, as I already own a copy of the magazine. The Civil War book is tempting, but maybe I can find that on my own?
Thanks, again, and congratulations on the anniversary.
Michelle says
Thanks for the great giveaway! A girl can never have enough fabric, so I would choose the beautiful Riley Blake fabric.
Sue W. says
I completely understand your separation anxiety….I had my main machine recently serviced [we were separated for five long days!] & while I have other machines, I really missed it. Was happy when it returned home.
Congratulations on your anniversary and thank you for the opportunity to win one of your giveaways – fabric would be my pick.
Sue W
Regina C. says
I am so happy that you have your blog to, I have learned so much from you. I do not have a blog, but it is like christmas everytime I open yours.
Sydnie says
Thank you for the wonderful giveaway!! I've just recently started quilting – I've finished a few quilt tops… but no actual quilts are finished yet! (Hopefully today…) Congratulations on your blog birthday! I'm so glad there are great bloggers out there like you – I'm learning a ton. As far as the giveaway, I would definitely choose the fabric – gorgeous!!
cse84663 says
Congratulations!!! Four years is so great…and i feel your pain being without a machine is hard. You are lucky you have a back up. That choice is hard, but I guess I would want the fabric…can't have too much fabric…
Karen says
Congrats on blogging for four years. This is a great community for learning and meeting new friends.
I'd love to win the fabric. Thanks so much.
dortha says
I just love to read your blog to see what you are sewing. Keep the posts coming. I think I would like to win either one. It is so tough choosing.
dianehobbit says
I really need to book my machine in for a service! I would like the book 100 blocks.
hope says
Congratulations on your blogversary!! I would pick the fabric. I just bought the books today lol. Hope
tpott says
Congrats on 4 years of wonderful blogging. I enjoy reading your blog like so many other readers. If my name were picked, I'd choose the books. Reading is my second favorite hobby. I love new ideas. Thanks for the generous giveaway. Congrats again! ;-> Toni Anne
MachelleH says
Congratulations – I love reading your blog. It is always beautiful. It is a hard choice, but I would pick the fabric. Thank you so much for the giveaway!
Pat says
Congrats on a long running blog. I love reading it and check everyday.
If I was the lucky winner I would pick the fabric. Thanks for the chance to win.
Tiffany says
I would LOVE to win that adorable fabric! Happy blogiversary! 4 years is impressive.
Donna says
Happy 4 Year Blogerversity! I enjoy reading while I enjoy your lovely work. Thank you for the giveaway. My preference would be the Bella Blvd. Collection of fabric.
Sandra says
Your blog anniversary was my birthday. Happy fourth blog-day! I would pick the book and magazine if I were the fortunate one to win.
Karen M says
I so enjoy following your blog. Congratulations on 4 years. If I was lucky enough to win, I would choose the Riley Blake fabric. Thanks for the chance.
Betty says
Happy 4th Blogiversary! Has to be the fabric! I almost always choose fabric over books, especially cute ones like these.
scottylover says
Congratulations again on your 4 year blogiversary! I would love the fabric, since I already have the first prize listed! 🙂
Sandy A
Gretchen says
I keep putting off taking my machine in because I don't want to be without it. Need to though. Great way to celebrate your blogiversary all month. I'd love to win the Riley Blake fabric. Thanks!
Fran says
Hope that persevering with the farmer's wife blocks works out well! Lovely to have a giveaway, I would favour the books please.
Anna says
Happy Blogiversary! I would love a copy of Civil War Sewing Circle. It has been on my wish list for a very long time.
Wendy says
I love my Janome Horizon and I understand what you mean about seperation anxiety. My backup machine is a Janome QC6260, a real workhorse, but when you get used to a machine… I am sure the book is wonderful, but I have two quilts to make for my little grand daughters that are moving into new bedrooms in a new home and this fabric collection is just the ticket! Sign me up for the fabric draw please.
Sister Quilter says
Happy 4th Blogiversary! Love all the beautiful pictures on your blog! Wonderful giveaway gifts, I really like the Civil War Sewing Circle book!!
Wendy says
BIG OOPS! How rude of me to say all of the above and forget to wish you a Happy Anniversary. So sorry…
LynCC says
Wow – How nice of you to have this giveaway, Shrri. I like any of the choices. Totally know how empty you feel when your machine is at the shop. It's crazy-bad! The last time I would have gone completely out of my mind, as the shop was over-full and it took 2 whole weeks to get her back. It was a good thing I had some Baby Janes to work on that needed hand sewing. 😉
streetbirds says
Congrats on your anniversary!!! 4 years of blogging is quite the accomplishment. I'm a fan of the book and magazine, myself.
PS- Your machine says "Thank you!!!"
Kim West says
I have the same issue with my machine being serviced. I had a 6500/ platinum combo but recently sold the platinum and bought a 6600. But I still prefer the 6600 for certain things, tho the machines are very similar.
I woul love the fabrics if I won, they are so cute!
Deb says
Definitely the fabric! Happy blogiversary!
Lisa Lisa says
Happy Anniversary! So happy to have found your blog! My first choice would be the Riley Blake fabric, for sure! Thank You!
Shirley says
Hi Sherri,
Thanks for the blog and the opportunity to win a great prize. I choose the fabric because books only make me add to the bucket list of 'quilts to do before I die'. I better live to be 1,000! The fabric will help me to accomplish some of those quilts.
notqnot says
Happy anniversary on the blogging! thanks for the giveaway, and I would definitely choose the Riley Blake fabric if I win.
Linda.Nell.Cates@gmail.com says
Thanks! I would love a copy of the book!
Linda.Nell.Cates@gmail.com says
Thanks! I would love a copy of the book!
Laurel says
I dislike when my machine is out of the house as well. I would be delighted to win the books. I have been considering the Civil War one for a long time.
AmandaA says
Oh dear, you've reminded me that I need to get mine serviced too! I would like the book and the magazine if I were to win – and a very happy blogiversary to you.
marcella says
It is always sad to have your sewing machine off at the shop. Even with a nice back up to sew on, it's just not the same. Hope you get your machine back in perfect working order soon! Those fabrics are too adorable, how sweet of you to plan these giveaways for your blog anniversary.
DebrafromMD says
I have several backup machines for when my main sewing machine goes in for servicing. It's too hard to be without my sewing. If I win, I would love to have the fabric prize.
Robin noteverstill says
Happy blogoversary! I'm so glad for bloggers like you. As a new sewist, you're a consistent source of inspiration. And I think it's lovely that you choose to mark the occasion with a giveaway. If I was selected, I'd love the fabric, please.
Vroomans' Quilts says
Happy blogaversary. I have the books, so it would be the fabric. I have three machines, so if one goes to the 'spa', one of the others will pinch hit.
charlotte says
Happy blog anniversary. I love following along with you. I'd choose the fabric. It looks so pretty.
Janet says
I love your blog! I get so inspired by your quilts. I would love the book and magazine from your giveaway.
Gabriella says
Happy anniversary Sherri.
I 'd like to win the fabrics!!!!
Thanks for the chance
Julianne K says
Hi Sheri! CONGRATULATIONS! I know how you feel about leaving your machine, all you can think about is when you're going to get it back! I hear ya!
I would love to win the Riley Blake fabrics, they are just so darn cute!
thanks for the giveaway!
Hugs! Julianne
heygiz00@gmail.com
Kristen says
What a wonderful giveaway!!! I'd love the fabric as a girl can never have enough fabric. 🙂 Happy blogiversary!!!
kt says
Happy blogoversary!! I love seeing what you are up to. I would love to win either prize–thanks for the chance to win!
ledamewood says
Congratulations to all of us readers, who have been able to read your blog for 4 years. Thanks for what you do for us. I would be happy with either the books or the fabric – but given a choice I'd go for the fabric first. I love it.
Ruth B says
Thanks for all the wonderful posts! I love your blog. Definitely the Riley Blake!!
Diane H says
Congratulations, Sherri on your wonderful blog. It's always a pleasure to stop by for a visit.
I'd love to add those great books to my quilting room bookshelf. Thanks.
Sara says
Congratulations on your blogiversary. The fabric would be a wonderful thing to win. Thanks for the opportunity.
Lisa Marie says
Four years, that's great! I also hate leaving my machine for service — I always have to borrow a machine while it's gone. Love your giveaway! I am such a sucker for cute children's fabrics that I would definitely pick the Riley Blake bundle.
Missy Shay says
I think my first choice would be the book, but I would be happy with the material too!
sunny says
Congrats on 4 years! And I hope you're reunited with your machine very soon.
Erika says
Oh gosh. I don't have a back-up machine, so dropping my baby off at the shop is heartbreaking (I actually prefer to do it when I know I'll be out of town for a few days if I can.). I'd love the riley blake yardage! What fun, bright fabrics! Thanks for the giveaway and congratulations on many happy years of blogging! Farmer's Wife Friday has inspired me to buy the book and start working on the blocks to make a sampler of my own! I haven't gotten started yet, but I sure am looking forward to it. Thanks again!
ealandt[at]gmail[dot]com
Lisa says
Hope your machine is back soon and ready to go like a train! If I was picked I think I'd prefer, ummmm, hard choice! The books I think, that book by Kathy looks so interesting!
Joyful Quilter says
Thank you for a wonderful giveaway…and happy Blogaversary! I would be delighted to win either prize.
Melody says
Happy 4th!! I'd love to say that the books would be my pick although I know better. I'd actually rather have the fabric. I love Riley Blake prints.
I got a Brother machine years ago – my mother bought it as a wedding gift for my sister 35 years ago. She never even learned how to thread it. It spent the first two years loaned out to her neighbor. Finally Mom suggested she give it to me and she'd give her something else. I took it in to have it serviced to take to a class 4 years ago. The woman told me it was on its last leg. The "pattern cam" is plastic and cracked and the machine is so old she said they couldn't get parts for it anymore, (honestly it looks new). She told me it might last a day or a month but that's what that terrible noise is when I sew. ??? I never noticed a noise! Nothing other than that wonderful him of accomplishment. But every day I get out of it is a gift. I do find myself looking at new machines though. Don't tell my baby though. LOL
Christine M says
I have a brother who was a sewing machine mechanic. He doesn't do it now but will service mine under protest! I'll invite him to dinner and suggest he brings his tools with him! It doesn't take him long but you would think I'd asked him to build me a machine from scratch! Congratulations on your 4 year blogaversary. If I'm lucky enough to be picked, I'd love the books. Thanks for the chance.
Briana Galbreath says
I am so into Civil War fabrics/patterns/ stories lately that I would LOVE the Civil War book. Thanks so much for a great giveaway and congrats on 4 years of blogging!
Crickets Corner says
Happy 4th year Anniversary! Thank you so much for doing it and letting us enjoy a little of your world. I already have the Quiltmaker's 100 Blocks so I have to go with the fabric.
Cecilia says
Congratulations on your 4 years of blogging. If chosen I would love the Riley Blake fabric. Thank you for the chance to win.
Rita says
Oh, my goodness, i would be extremely happy with either prize. it would be a joy just to win!! yay, yay, yay! shake pom-poms real hard — practicing, (just in case i do win!) can you hear me Prescott Badgers, class of '68??
Melinda says
Such tough choices! But I really think the fabric would be great!
Joye with an e says
Congratulations on four years of blogging. I am in awe of so many of you bloggers and how you manage to get so many projects done. If selected I know I would enjoy the books! I have been collecting Civil Ware prints for years and haven't used them yet. Thanks for the chance.
Joye with an e in SC
Mary says
Congratulations on four years of blogging. Your posts are always full of inspiration.
Thanks for a chance in your giveaway. It be awesome to win the fabric as I already have the book and magazine.
Here's to the next four years!
Joyce Carter says
Congratulations on four years! I love visiting your blog and seeing all the great things you make.If I were lucky enough to win, I would love to have the fabric. Thank you so much for the giveaway.
Seams Sew Together says
I feel the same way when my machine is gone, I even take it away with me on weekends…sad I know!! My choice would be the fabrics, thanks for the giveaway
Patty says
Loce the Lollipops and notions set. I need to make a baby quilt for a gift.
Deb says
Great job on the 4 years – and thanks for the giveaway. I'd have to go for the fabric!
rebecca says
Congrats on the milestone!! Yummy fabric collection for me please!
SD and EJ says
I think I would choose the book and magazine. Thank you for the chance to win!
stephydinger at yahoo dot com
Regina says
Happy Blogiversary and clean machine!!! I think I'd go with the fabric – it's beautiful!
Kathy says
I recently had to take my machine in for cleaning, so I know how you feel! It will be back before you know it.
Congratulations on your milestone, and thanks for the giveaway chance. If I won, I'd take the fabric because I also already have the book and magazine – they're both great.
Jen says
I'd love the fabric. Have a friend having a baby girl and would love to make her a quilt. Thanks for the giveaway!
cherylj says
I really should have my machine worked on but I do not even know where to take it to. I think that I need to make some calls. I love both giveaways but if I had the choice I would pick the beautiful fabric.
Marcia W. says
My mother's machine is in for it's first service because the foot pedal only goes fast – and is less than a year old – she is suffering withdrawal. My turn will be soon. I'll select the fabric because will be wonderful for a baby quilt I'm making. Thanks for the chance to celebrate your blogiversary.
Annabanana says
I'd love to give a nice loving home to the fabric !! 🙂 I know how you feel about dropping off your machine…I had mine serviced for the first time a few months ago and I must have had a look on my face because the lady behind the desk patted my hand and said "Don't worry. We will take good care of her" !
Sandie @ crazy'boutquilts says
I feel for you having to send your machine in. I always feel bereft when mine goes in too. I have both of the books and love them, so I would be thrilled to win the fabric and pattern~ it is so my DD, I would love to surprise her with a quilt when she graduates in Dec. Thanks for the chance and happy anniversary!
LisaT says
Both gifts look wonderful so I'd be happy with either. Thank you so much and enjoy the rest of your weekend as well. PS – it's almost 10 PM in Maryland and it's still 91degrees – whew!
Lesley says
Congratulations! What an accomplishment! I would love a chance to win the fabrics…so scrumptious!
Ann Babillis says
Such generosity! I would like the Bella Blvd. Collection if I should win. Thanks!
Jackie P says
Hi Sheri. I would love this book. My grandmother made a quilt during WWI and I have been so facinated with it. I would love this collection. You can reach me at inning2@comcast.net
LM says
I love reading all your stories and posts. It's a hard call, but I think I' pick the book and magazine. I love the story of quilting just as much as the pretty fabric.
Lindsay says
Happy 4 years! I love reading your blog and it's been especially fun to see your progress of the Farmer's Wife blocks. Thanks for the giveaway, I'd be happy to win either prize, but if I had to pick one, I'd go with the fabric.
Jackie P says
The history of quilting runs in our veins. I would love the books. I am reachable, should I win, at inning2@comcast.com
Lynne Tilley says
I love the Riley Blake fabric, which is what I would prefer to win.
tilleybl@aol.com
You appreciate us, but you provide us with so much. It's a joy to read your blog. Thanks so much!
Cyndi says
While I love new fabric, I would love the book & magazine if I were picked. Happy blogoversary!
Jan Quigley says
Oh I'd love to win the beautiful fabrics, they are so cheery & would brighten the particularly cold, wet & dreary winter we're having here in Melbourne.
Carol in E TN says
I love the fabric option! I already have Kathleen's book.
debstokes says
Thank you for the generous give away and congratulations on your 4 year anniversary. I'd pick the Riley Blake fabric if I'm lucky enough to win. Love your blog!!
jabeybaby says
I would love the beautiful fabrics!
quilt cookie says
I would love to win the fabric. I already have the Sewing Circle book and have made several things from it.
quilt cookie says
I would love to win the fabric. I already have the Sewing Circle book and have made several things from it.
BillieBee (billiemick) says
The fabrics are too hard to resist. Thanks!
Meg says
I would LOVE to have the fabric! Still trying to build a sizable stash and this would go a long way to help!
Pauline says
Wow, you've certainly achieved a lot in 4 years! Congratulations!
If you're mailing overseas, I'd love the books – the Civil War book sounds interesting, and the Quiltmaker's magazines are hard to find in Australia.
Vickie says
The Bella Blvd collection would be my favorite but they are all so great who wouldn't be happy?
Joe and Julianne says
I would love to win the fabric! Thanks for the fantastic blog I enjoy reading it.
Maxine says
Hope your machine finds its way back soon….Thanks for the chance to win such a great giveaway..I would have to go with the fabric..The books are nice also..
Thanks for the chance to win..
Debra says
I would love the book and magazine!
Anita says
Bummer on your machine and I know exactly what you mean, they're definitely not the same. Congrats on your Anniversary, you've definitely inspired me!! If I were lucky enough to win I would love the Civil War Sewing Circle book, I've been wanting to buy it 🙂
Heidi Staples says
Congrats to you!! I'd have to go with the fabric collection. Thanks so much for sharing!
Quilt Fan(tastic) says
Thanks for the great giveaway. Great job on all the posts.
Janelle says
Congratulations on your blogging anniversary. I keep thinking I should, but so far I am still just enjoying seeing others projects.
The Civil War Sewing Circle would definitely be nice!
On the subject of your farmer's wife blocks, I hope you do the ones you like. I am never one that has to do things exactly the same, nor do I have to change everything to make it different, but it does have to be fun. There is also a difference between being challenged (which I doubt is your hold up) and just not really caring for a pattern!
AnnieO says
I know it is hard when your machine is having a spa day. I actually went and got mine when the repairman wasn't going to get to it on a Friday and wouldn't be back until Tuesday, so I could sew on the weekend 🙂
Congrats on your blogaversary. Isn't blogland a great place to be?
I would love to win the CW Sewing Circle and block magazine. Thanks for the chance!
heartsease54 says
Oh I'd love to win the quilt kit (like I actually NEED another project to do).
Mie says
Never thought I would say this but think I would like the book and magazine over the fabric. Love the striped fabric though. Thanks for the chance to win.
Melissa says
I too have separation anxiety! Mine is serious cause I only have 1machine. Love, love, love to win the fabric, please.
Africa Perez says
Happy blogoversary! I would love the Bella Blvd. Collection
Africa Perez says
Happy blogoversary! I would love the Bella Blvd. Collection
Sonia says
If I win, i'd like the fabric, they're gorgeous and the projects seems lovely.
Thanks for the opportunity and for sharing your Quilting Life!
Kathie says
I would love to win the fabric I am in a bright fabric phase and well I admit its not fabric I have a collection of like the 1800's fabrics!!!!
Thanks this would definitely help increase my stash.
I have my machine serviced every 6 months per my machine repair person she says I put so many miles on it that it needs to be serviced more often, I am sure you do too! will be interested in hearing what your repair person says, its hard giving it up though I totally understand.
Kathie
Judy C says
Congratulations on the four years blogging! I would love to win the books been looking at the civil war book for a while now. Thanks for the chance to win one. Hope you get your machine back quickly.
Dorian says
Congrats on your 4yr anniversary Sherri! Lovely gifts you are giving away. That fabric is adorable, so bright and cheerful. I wouldn't mind having some 🙂 Hope you're staying cool.
jmniffer says
I have the same machine as you; it has yet to go in for service but that time is coming. Hope you are back in action in no time. If I were lucky enough to win I would go for the fabric. Happy Blogaversary and thanks for the chance at your wonderful giveaway.
Jeanie says
Happy 4th! Hope your machine comes back soon. I have a Jem Platinum that has become my main machine unless I need a special stitch. I just love my Jem! Oh…. and I would love that beautiful, happy fabric! Thanks so much!
Sharon - Lilabelle Lane says
I do hope that your machine comes back soon and thank you for the chance at the giveaway. If I was to be lucky enought to be chosen I thin I would choose the fabric. Thanks for the chance
Slowpoke says
Congratulations of your 4 year Anniversary! Thank You for a chance at your great giveaway. I would choose the Bella Boulevard please.
Gratefully yours, Luba
chris.luba@sympatico.ca
Lorri says
Thank you for the giveaway. I would choose the book. Love to read anything about Civil war quilts.Congratulations on your anniversary!
Sharon says
I would love to win the fabric and patterns from lollipop. I have a lot of babies due before October and I am running out if ideas!
Sharon says
I would love to win the fabric and patterns from lollipop. I have a lot of babies due before October and I am running out if ideas!
Deanna says
Congratulations on your blog! You share so many ideas, and your faith, too.
Hmmm…to choose? Either one would be gladly enjoyed, but I guess the fabric would be first choice. I hadn't seen that collection before and it is pretty. But, on the other hand, the Hundred Blocks has been on my "to buy" list.
Nicole @ Patchwork Duck Designs says
Thanks for hosting such a great giveaway! I would absolutely love the Riley Blake fabrics! I have a Janome that could use a good cleaning, but it's too hard to part with it even for a week. 🙂
Denise in PA says
Congrats on 4 years blogging! What a wonderful giveaway. My top pick would be the Bella Blvd fabric – very cute! I know what you mean about your machine being gone – it feels like a part of you is missing!
Pam says
Congrats on your anniversary! I have a Janome also and love it. If I am lucky enough to win I would choose the Riley Blake fabrics. I would sooo enjoy making that quilt.
Thanks for the chance to win.
barb says
Congrats on a job well done. i would love the fabric. last year i was on a bad atv wreck and was.life flighted to a trauma unit in another state, where i spent over three months. i had a broken pelvis, broken ribs, collapsed lung, a severe concussion and a broken left arm that has a metal plate that goes from my elbow to my shoulder, and yes i am left handed. my hand was paralyzed for over four. months. the Dr. said. quilting would be good therapy. when i was in rehab, i noticed a lot of people especially the elderly, liked a blanket on their lap when going up and down the hallways, but they had so Much trouble with the blankets getting tangled up in the wheels. so when i got home, using a special brace, i used all the fabric i had and made lap quilts and donated them go the rehab floor. So i could really use the fabric babscorbitt@gmail.com
Linda says
Thank you so much for the give away! I would love the fabric!
I am so glad I have found your blog and it is one of my "check daily" quilting sites. Thank you for all of your hard work and dedication.
lindapawlak@verizon.net
Johanna says
I love that Civil War book. I'd go for the fabric since I have the book already. I hate bringing my machine for service. It feels like forever to get it back! The place I bought my machine at sends them out and it takes two weeks! Luckily, I brought my machine to the guy my aunt uses. It is ready the next day! Of course, I brought mine in on Saturday so I had to wait until Monday to get it back.
Holli says
I so enjoy your blog, congratulations on four years and here's to many, many more!
I would choose the fabric. Thank you for the chance!
Holli says
I so enjoy your blog, congratulations on four years and here's to many, many more!
I would choose the fabric. Thank you for the chance!
Michelle says
Thank you for the giveaway. I would choose the fabric.
Mary says
Since I didn't see your post until just now, Sunday morning, I may be too late but … if I win, I'd love the book. Happy blogiversary!!!
Darlene says
I understand how you feel regarding leaving your machine for a few days. I need to take mine in for a spa day but don't want to be without it. LOL
Always fun projects to enjoy when I visit.
Congrats on 4 years of blogging – it's been fun. If luck is on my side I'd enjoy winning the fabric from Lollipop.
justme says
Oh if I were to ever win a giveaway – it would be the civil war magazine….and not for me either. My father-in-law introduced me to the wonderful world of quilting and he is a master at civil war quilts. He would love this one.
Pieces of Cotton says
I'd rather have the fabric!
Patty D from NC says
Happy blog aversary!! I'd love the fabric and pattern sheet from Lollipop.
I too need to take my machine in for cleaning… trying to find the right time.
clairesoprano says
I love your blog and the giveaway. If I were lucky enough to be picked, I'd make a cute quilt for my niece with the Riley Blake fabric!
Mary Ann says
I am so glad I found your blog! I really enjoy reading it and seeing all the projects you do. Happy 4th bogging anniversary. If I am not to late for the giveaway, I reallly like Riley Blake fabric! I only have "Apple of My Eye" line that I saw on a recent shop hop and bought 1/4yd cuts. Am going to cut it into 2 1/2" strips.
Cathie says
I really enjoy your blog. I would love to win the Civil War Sewing Circle and the Quiltmaker books. I so love pattern books and I've just begun a Row by Row exchange so I'm spending a lot of time looking at quilt block patterns!
Bobster126 says
Love the fabrics and that would be my pick if I win. 🙂 Love the blog and congrats! Thanks for the chance.
Judith Blinkenberg says
I love those books! I have a bin of reproduction civil war fabrics and I'm not sure of patterns. I recently took my Bernina in for servicing. $200 later but it runs so nice. It has to be done once in awhile. We care for our babies for sure.
NancyL says
I totally get the stress in leaving your "fav" machine at the repair shop! It's hard to compete with my old Bernina 931, even tho my "spare" is a newer Bernina! Congrats on your blogiversary coming up! If I was the winner, I'd choose the Riley Blake fabric–love their fabrics!!
Melodee says
I have the same machine you do and love it as much. I have started making a habit of taking my machine in to be cleaned when I go out of town. It's always a minimum of week where I take mine, so I drop it off the day before I leave and it's ready when I get back. I just found your blog about a year ago and it has become one of my favorites. The books would be my choice if my number were to come up. Here's to more years of great blogs!
quilt happy says
all ways love fabric thanks for the giveaway
Patti says
I do hope you get your machine back before you even have time to miss it. If by some miracle I were to win this generous giveaway I, too, would love the fabric please.
bonapartelady says
Congrats on the anniversary. Love your blog. Fabric all the way for me, too!
Susan says
I hate it when my machine is in the shop!! Hope you get yours back soon.
If I were picked, I think I'd like the book and magazine—they look great! Thanks for the chance to win!
Brenda says
Love both the giveaways. I think I would choose the Riley Blake fabrics. I don't often get new fabric so this would be a real treat. Happy 4th anniversary. Love looking at all the eye candy you post.
Karen says
I agree, it is hard to give up your machine, even for a few days. I would love to win the beautiful fabric! I already have the book and magazine. Congrats on your anniversary, I really enjoy reading your blog!
Laura says
Happy Blogiversary! I would love the fabric if I was lucky and won!
carol l says
The way my luck is going it doesn't make any differance which to pick!!!!! But would like the magazine since I have not found it in our area. Like the tumbler runner.
Carol L
hiyacinth says
Put me in the pool for the Civil War Sewing Circle! I hope your machine returns home soon. Thanks so much for such a delightful blog!
~ Julie ~ says
I've had my sewing machine for about 22 months and I've never had it serviced – I don't have a backup and can't imagine being without my machine! I'd love the chance at winning the Riley Blake fabric! Thanks for the opportunity to win such a great giveaway! Congratulations on your blogiversary!!! 🙂
Connie says
I know you'll miss your machine but she'll be ready to sew, sew, sew when she comes back, good thing you have a backup! Wonderful giveaway, if I won I would love the fabrics!
Run Quilt Knit Write says
Hi Sherri, I'd love the fabrics if I was lucky enough to be picked! I love watching what you are getting up to!!
Donna Baker says
that reminds me I may need to get my machine serviced soon! If I won, I would choose the Riley Blake fabric – thanks!!
Donna says
Happy Anniversary! I enjoy reading your blog…you are a real inspiration to me (I'm a beginner quilter!). Thanks for the giveaway. I would never turn down fabric!
Mi.Hapea says
Your quilting is beautiful! I bought a Bernina last Christmas and have quilted 3 quilts. I am now thinking about servicing it already. I am going to finish my current project first. I really like the Bella Blvd. thanks for sharing!!
KatheG says
Congratulations on a great blog birthday/anniversary. I would love to have the fabric. Thanks for the giveaway.
Haley says
Happy Blogiversary! And, what an exciting giveaway. I'd definitely go with the fabric.
The Chic Country Cowgirl says
I just found your blog–it's absolutely adorable!!! I'm wanting to learn how to quilt, so this is going to be the perfect resource for me =)
maggie says
I can really relate to leaving your machine. I dread doing that every time and place that I take it to sends it out do It really does take too long. But it is the only place to take it to unless you drive 3hours.
I would love the book if my name gets picked. Thanks for sharing and for the great blog.
cheers
maggie in Maine
Becky says
Happy Blog Anniversary!!!!! Thanks so much for sharing your quilting with us! Wonderful giveaway! My first choice would be the Riley Blake fabric and pattern.
Cindy says
I would go with the fabrics. They are so cute. Happy blogoversary! Maybe someday I'll start my own blog too.
BK says
Ooooooh, toughie! The books I think though….
~~Sew Happy Designs~~ says
Congrats on your anniversary! I would love love to win the R. Blake Fabric!
Cindy
AKA Sewhappydesigns
materialgirlquilts says
Yay for your anniversary and thanks for the chance to win. I would choose the fabric.
Amanda
Sue says
I just found your blog while looking for a quilted placemat pattern…and lucky for me..it's giveway time…whohoo…so if I should be lucky enough to win I'd like to have the book and magazine.
brooke says
I would have to go with the fabric…it's just so pretty!!!
brookeali(at)hotmail.com
Fran says
I have a Janome 6600 as well, mine hasn't needed a service yet, so it won't be too long until it does. Thanks for the lovely giveaway, I would choose the fabric.
carolann says
I love your blog and appreciate all of the work that you put into it! I would sooo love that Riley Blake fabric, so cheerful and happy!
Sarah Craig says
I also have a little old man who comes to my house to service my machines – no separation anxiety here!! And I know or sure they've been repaired, and repaired well!
Congratulations on 4 years of blogging – although it's a tough choice, my first choice would be those yummy fabrics!! Thanks for the chance to win!
Ellen in Oregon says
I would love to win a copy of Kathy Tracy's Sewing Circle. I guess I am a bit of an "old soul" quilter. I love to see what all the Modern Quilters are up to, but I am always drawn to the beautiful reproduction fabrics and the book would allow me to get a better understanding of these fabrics and the women who first loved them. The more I understand the history of these fabrics the more I appreciate them.
Joyce says
I'd love to win the fabric as I already bought the Civil War Sewing Circle and love everything in it! Thanks so much for the chance to win! I also have the Janome 6600…love it.
kelli says
Congrats on the blog-iversy! I'd love the fabric… I have 4 baby quilts to make and those fabrics are so lovely!
Thanks for the giveaway…and I hate having my machine gone in for service, but it is worth the return!
kelli dot sanders at comcast dot net
Jeanne Gwin says
the anxiety we suffer when our girls leave home for cleaning is unreal. I feel your pain. I would choose Bella Blvd. if I won. I make baby quilts for my charity and that is what I saw when I looked through the choices. Thank you for having this wonderful giveaway with some great choices.
Nancy B says
Congratulations on your 4th blogging anniversary! You do have such a lovely blog and I enjoy so much seeing all the beautiful projects you sew. Thank you for sharing. If I am the lucky winner, I would choose the Riley Blake fabric collection. Happy sewing!
Kristy says
Sherri-
You are always so sweet! Thanks so much for letting us comment on your work. You really do beautiful work. Love the colors of your tumblers. If I happened to win I would love the fabric choice. I don't have any Riley Blake fabric and it looks really pretty and would be nice to add to my collection. 🙂 Thanks again! K-
Helen L says
I love seeing your creations that you share with us: wish I sewed as fast as you!! And the fabric would be perfect: I already bought the latest edition of the 100 Blocks: I couldn't wait to peruse it 🙂
KMSC says
Congrats on your fourth blogging anniversary! I enjoy your blog so much. If I'm lucky enough to win your giveaway, I would choose the fabric. I have a baby quilt to make and this fabric looks perfect for it.
Thanks for the chance to win.
KMSC says
Congrats on your fourth blogging anniversary! I enjoy your blog so much. If I'm lucky enough to win your giveaway, I would choose the fabric. I have a baby quilt to make and this fabric looks perfect for it.
Thanks for the chance to win.
Tora Consolo says
Oh that fabric is yummy and I know a little baby that would just love a quilt made from it. Thanks for the opportunity!
Janet says
I know that being without your sewing machine is like losing a best friend. I have just had my Janome 4900 serviced but as there was a 3 week backloge took it in just before going away for a couple of months. I would like the book if chosen.
Wanda says
Surprise me! It's too hard to choose. As you are inspired you in turn inspire others.
Josie McRazie says
Happy Blogiversary!! I LOVE the Lollipop but would be JUST as happy with the Riley Blake! I mean really is there a bad win in the bunch… I think not!! :o)
Jayme says
Fabric please!!!! I've actually got a half yard of the fun striped fabric in my stash right now for biding on an upcoming project. Thanks for the giveaway! Congrats on your blog iversary!
Jennifer says
Congratulations on 4 years of blogging! If I won I would love the Civil War book.
Donna says
Sherri, your blog is so inspirational for me..it's at the top of my daily blog surfing sesson. If chosen please send me the 2 books. I love anything Civil War.
Trisch says
What a great giveaway. If I was lucky enough to win, I would choose the fabric. Thanks so much!
{ HeatherK @ AReformedHeath'n } says
Nice giveaway! Congrats on 4 years! Both options are wonderful, but I'd probably prefer the books. Have a great week!
Deb says
Congrats on the blog anniversary! I'd love the fabric choice. Thanks!
Janine says
The Riley Blake fabrics , of course! Thanks for the giveaway.
Audrey says
I have the same machine – the 6600 I LOVE IT! I would like to win the fabric – I already have Kathleen Tracy's book!
Thimbleanna says
What a great giveaway — and a tough choice! I can never turn down fabric though LOL!
Jane Kluchka says
Sherri,
I love your blog & the projects that you do. I would love to win the fabric, Thanks for the chance!
mary says
Thanks for the inspiration. I read your blog daily, and it spurs me on to new projects. I'd love the book if I am the winner.
Jane Kluchka says
Sherri,
love your blog & projects. I would love to win the fabric! Thanks!
SpartanBabe says
The Riley Blake fabric! :o)
Heather says
I've never had my machine serviced! It was so new and barely used when we moved to Kodiak that it didn't need it and now that it does need it their isn't anyone on the island that can do it. I just make sure to clean in regularly and until we get back to "the real world".
Happy 4th anniversary of the blog! I love coming to read your post and look at your lovely pictures. I love the fabric bundle!
Michelle says
Oh My…If I were to be the oh sew lucky winner I would have to choose the Riley Blake, but only because I've already got one of the books!!
THanks for hosting such a wonderful giveaway!!
Carolyn says
I always hate to leave my machine at the cleaners. It's like leaving a small child. LOL
Happy Blogaversary! I'm so glad I found the blogging world. So many new friends, enabling and hints and tips have enriched my life. I'd love to enter your giveaway, and would like to try for the fabric if I win.
Thank you for the chance! Your baby will be back with you soon – good as new! :0)
Bari Jo says
Thank you so much for the chance to win something! I have wanted the Civil War Sewing Circle book; it is on my wish list. ;O) Love your Farmer's Wife blocks! That is going to be a gorgeous quilt in all fig tree! Can't wait for your book to come out – I want to do the red/white/blue one you posted on the porch….
Mama Pea says
Sherri, thanks for the giveaway. I sew on a 6500 and have a Jem as my backup too! I sorta wish for the 6600. 🙂
I would love either as a prize. My first choice would be the book/magazine. I have done that before, too….bought the same magazine twice! LOL.
Dawn says
Congrats on the blogging milestone!!
It's soooo darned hard to let go of our machines! Or it surely is for me. There is just something about her not sitting it her spot in my sewing room that makes me a little whacko. I have another machine to use so it's not that I can't sew when she's gone. I'm just crazy in love with my Janome 7700 so that's my story and I'm sticking to it. lol
The Riley Blake fabric would be my choice if I was lucky enough to have my number chosen.
Kayli says
This is a wonderful giveaway! I'd love to win the Civil War Sewing Circle, to use the fabrics I've been collecting for sooo long 🙂
Barbara says
Sherri,
Love your blog. I read it everyday. If I should win, I like the Riley Blake fabric and the lollipops.
Barbara
Alexis says
Your blog is wonderful. I'm glad you started it too. Thanks so much for the chance to win. I would love to get my hands on that Riley Blake fabric.
Mrs MomMegan Craftsalot says
Just found your blog. what a wonderful read. I would choose the fabrics if i won. Thank you for taking the time to post.
Debbie says
Thanks for the giveaway. I enjoy your blog. Congratulations on 4 years. I would love either but my first choice would be the book.
vicki says
I'd choose the Rily Blake fabric, but any would be great. Congratulations on 4 years!
Sarah G says
This is a great way to celebrate you blogaversary! I have been trying to decide what Civil War pattern to use with some Civil War fabric that I have purchased. Would love to have the Civil War pattern book! Thank you again and congratulations on 4 years. Your quilts are alway so pretty!
Kristy says
What a generous giveaway!! I would love them all, but in order I would place them the fabric first, the book by Kathleen second, and the magazine third. I have grandbabies in my near future, so I was thinking that fabric would make a lovely quilt for a new grandchild. Kristy soardkg@fuse.net
modmimi says
Fabric, my answer is always fabric! Thanks, love your blog!
tubilinha tiacarminha says
Parabéns e muitas bençãos para o seu trabalho.Se eu for sorteada escolho os livros,pois são mais baratos o envio para o brasil,em torno de 8 dólares. Obrigada.
tiacarminhapezzuto@gmail.com
Karen says
Love that Riley Blake – I'm happy you started your blog!
Denise Russell says
Happy month-long Anniversary! We make so many friends through blogs, don't we? It was the best decision I made this year so far – to start my blog! Well, if I happen to be the lucky winner, Riley Blake goodies will do! Enjoy the week!
Teri says
Thanks for the lovely giveaway. I always enjoy checking your blog to see the great things you are making. I would love to win the books.
trelly says
I finished my first block early in the morning, beautiful quilt!!! kisses
Kris says
Congratulations on achieving 4years. I also feel like I learn so much by reading others' blogs. I would love to own the book and magazine.
Terri in BC says
You are so generous. if I am lucky enough to win, I'd love the fabric package please. I have a sweet little girl who would love a quilt made from it!
Kimberly says
Great giveaway! I think I would go with the fabric. I love bright, modern fabrics in traditional patterns.
Kimberly says
Great giveaway! I think I would go with the fabric. I love bright, modern fabrics in traditional patterns.
Heather says
Wow, great giveaway. I may be too late but if not the fabric would be my choice!