Friday, January 20, 2012

Won't You Help Me Celebrate?


Common sense and a sense of humor are the same thing, moving at different speeds. A sense of humor is just common sense, dancing. 
 ~William James

This week has seemed very long for some reason and here it is only Friday.  It looks like our weekend will be a quiet one.  I'm looking forward to time at home with little to no errand running for a change.  I attended the guild meeting last night and was in awe of some of the quilts shared by our members (forgot the camera, again!).  I can only imagine what will be shown at the quilt show next weekend.  Do you have big plans for the weekend?

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FUN FACT OF THE DAY

Penguins

You may not give much thought to the noble penguin, but today we give serious consideration to our tuxedo-wearing friends who waddle around in the southern hemisphere for today, January 20, is Penguin Awareness Day.  Here are some fun facts about this tuxedo clad creature:
* They live in large colonies called rookeries.
* Penguins communicate with each other through body language.
* They can walk faster than humans.
* They can hold their breath for about 20 minutes under water.
* They pick up stones and store them in their crop. This helps them to float when they are in water.
* The name is derived from Welsh terms ‘pen’, meaning head and ‘gwyn’, meaning white
* They mate for life
* Most penguins can swim about 15 miles per hour

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WEEK OF STITCHES

This week I started stitching a SAL with a yahoo group I joined this month.  Last year they did an adorable SAL with owls.  This year it is cats.......

I'm stitching on light blue Hardanger using 1 strand of DMC floss, 1 over 1.  This design is provided and created by Tonia of  Oak Haven Designs.  

I also did some more work on my current project.......

I'm hoping to get some stitching in over the weekend.

A couple of weeks ago I bought myself a late Christmas gift......

A complete set of all of DMC's solid color floss!  The stores around here are very hit and miss in their floss selection.  This should keep me supplied for at least a little while.  Now to get it all sorted and organized - a job unto itself.

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700+ FOLLOWERS CELEBRATION GIVEAWAY

THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED
I was totally blown away the other day when I noticed that I had over 700 followers!!!!!  I would never have dreamed that was even a remote possibility when I first started blogging just over 18 months ago.  I would like to thank each and everyone of you for sticking around and putting up with my ramblings.  I have made so many wonderful blogging friends and hope someday to meet at least a few of you in person.  Don't you think we should celebrate?  Fat Quarter Shop is kindly sponsoring my Celebration Giveaway.  They are definitely one of my favorite online stores and have the best customer service there is.  What can you win?  How about 2 charm packs of Good Fortune by Kate Spain for Moda? 


Isn't this a gorgeous line of fabric?  Kate Spain is one of my favorite designers and this line will be added to my wish list. But guess what?  There will be two winners because Fat Quarter Shop has generously agreed to let me give away a total of 4 charm packs.  That's right!  Two winners will win 2 charm packs each!! 

What do you have to do to win?  Easy.....

1.  Visit Fat Quarter Shop's What's New Fat Quarter Bundles and tell me what your new favorite collection is for one comment.

2.  Sign up for Fat Quarter Shop's newsletter and then come back and tell me you did for a second comment and a second chance.  This must be a separate comment - if you combine the two you will only get one entry in the giveaway. 
 
Fine Print: 
* You must have a way for me to contact you.  If you are a no-reply blogger, then you must leave your email in your comment.  If you are not sure if you are a no-reply blogger, please check out my left sidebar.  If I can not contact you, you can not win!
* This giveaway will end Sunday, January 29, at 3:00 pm PST.  The winner will be announced in my regular Monday post on January 30.
* Only two comments/entries per person!
* You do not have to be a follower to enter but I would like it if you look around and then become a follower if you like what you see.
* This giveaway is open internationally to everyone.  Yes, that means no matter where you live you may enter.

Thank you Fat Quarter Shop for once again sponsoring my giveaway!!!

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TODAY'S GOAL


Today I need to organize my sewing room.....it's one big mess.....AGAIN!


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GIVEAWAYS

Victorian Motto Sampler Shoppe is having a giveaway. You could win 15 beautiful skeins of hand dyed floss. Please mention that I sent you over if you go to enter. This giveaway ends Monday, January 30.

World of Charity is having a giveaway.  You could win a wonderful gift package from Everything CrossStitch.  This giveaway ends Tuesday, January 31.

Samelia's Mum is having a giveaway.  You could win "4 x F8th’s of bits n bobs you use while sewing" (fabric, needles and a finger presser).  This giveaway ends Thursday, January 26, Australia time.

Samelia's Mum is having another giveaway.  You could win a charm pack of Collections for a Cause - Friendship by Howard Marcus for Moda Fabrics.  This giveaway also ends Thursday, January 26, Australia time.

American Patchwork and Quilting is having a giveaway.  You could win $10,000 cash to stock your stash.  This giveaway ends November 14, at 11:59 pm.

Quilts and More is having a giveaway.  You could win a $1000 to spend at one of their premier quilt shops.  This giveaway ends Wednesday, February 29.

Just One More Stitch is having a giveaway.  You could win a complete set of patterns for Shabby Fabrics new BOM, Sweetheart Houses.  This giveaway ends Sunday, January 22.

Sandrascraftcorner is having a giveaway.  You could win a Saint Patrick's Day Wall Hanging designed by Sandra.  This giveaway ends Wednesday, February 1.


Cluck Cluck Sew is having a giveaway.  You could win 8 fat quarters from the Kaffe Fassett spot collection.  This giveaway ends Monday, January 23.


Linen Closet Quilts is having a giveaway.  You could win a copy of Dawn's newly released book, A Year of Cozy Comforts.  Not sure when this one ends.


Sewn With Grace is continuing her birthday giveaway.  You could win a copy of Not Your Grandmother's Quilt.  This giveaway ends ?


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FINAL THOUGHT




263 comments:

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Dresden Quilter said...

I love Fly a Kite. Congratulations on 700+ followers.

Dresden Quilter said...

I subscribe to the FQS newsletter.

Jennie P. said...

My fav new bundle at the moment is Fly a Kite Fat Quarter Bundle
October Afternoon for Riley Blake Designs. It's something about the toned down colors but still very colorful. I love it.

2ne said...

Congratulations, my favorite is
Grey Ooh La La Fat Quarter Bundle
Bunny Hill Designs for Moda Fabrics :-)

Jennie P. said...

I'm signed up for their newsletter.

quilary said...

Congratulations on so many followers - it's well deserved - your blog is so much fun to read!
I love the name and the paisley in this line "Put Your Heart In It"
Buggy Barn for Henry Glass Fabrics.

quilary said...

I already receive the FQS newsletter. Thanks for the chance :)

Vail said...

I really like the idea of using the two Old Glory bundles to make a quilt for my oldest son.

Vail in tn

Vail said...

I am already signed. Up for the FQ newsletter

Vail in tn

Vail said...

I am already signed. Up for the FQ newsletter

Vail in tn

Vail said...

I am already signed. Up for the FQ newsletter

Vail in tn

Vail said...

I am already signed. Up for the FQ newsletter

Vail in tn

Vail said...

I am already signed. Up for the FQ newsletter

Vail in tn

ShirleyC said...

It's so hard to choose. I think my favorite is the Fly a Kite bundle.

ShirleyC said...

I'm trying to sign up for the newsletter, but it keeps giving me a fatal error message. I will try again later.

Jane S. said...

I'm already a subscriber to the FQS newsletter!

Jane S. said...

One word: LUSH

Okay, maybe a few more words, because I can't decide which version I prefer, Sunny or Sweet. I'm not picky, I love them both!

JustPam said...

Lush in either colorway is one of my new favorites.

Richard Healey said...

With This Ring Black and White is the one I like, Oh and I am a new follower

http//richardquilts.blogspot.com

Richard Healey said...

I also get the newsletter

http//richardquilts.blogspot.com

Anonymous said...

Winter Wonderland is perfect for a quilt I'm planning once I can collect the fabrics! VermontPines@aol.com

Anonymous said...

I get the FQS newsletter. Congratulations on 700! VermontPines@aol.com

Patti said...

My favorite bundle was Majestic Flag Old Glory II Fat Quarter Bundle. Thanks for a chance to win.

Patti said...

I am signed up for the newsletter. Thanks for another chance.

Jessica said...

Sooo many to choose from. I'm going to have to say "A Walk in the Woods." (and "Good Fortune" of course but that's not on that list I believe ;) ) Ooh, also, Sweet Lush!

Jessica said...

I also get the newsletter. Congrats Linda, you deserve it!

Linda V said...

I love the Baltic Sea Batiks. Thanks for the giveaway chance.

Linda V said...

I get the FQS newsletter already. Thanks again!

Cherise said...

My favorite Fat Quarter Shop's New Fat Quarter bundle is "Fly a Kite" by October Afternoon. :)

Cherise said...

I'm already signed up for Fat Quarter Shop's newsletter. :)

Carla G said...

Congratulations on 700+ followers!
I like the Relish and Mustard Retro Basics Fat Quarter Bundle
Michael Miller Fabrics. This would be perfect for the hubby! Thanks for a chance to win! :)

Carla G said...

I already receive the FQS newsletter! :)

Tammy said...

I love "A walk in the woods"

Unknown said...

I'm signed up for their newsletter already :)

debbie said...

I would pick Kim Kights Blogger's fat quarter collection! I just love the colors in it. Congrats on you 700 followers.

Debbie Hall

Quiltingathome@earthlink.net

debbie said...

I have joined the newsletter for fat quarters. Thanks

Debbie Hall

Quiltingathome@earthlink.net

hueisei said...

Congrats.. I likes Shadow Flower by French Bull. Thanks.

hueisei said...

Got their newsletter!

Donna~~ said...

Wowie--700 Followers is an achievement--Congratulations! And gorgeouse giveaway fabric too! The fabric I'm waiting for (and liking) is Papillon--all kinds of ideas for it. And just saw Hope Cove--would love to buy it in the Blue colorway. So many lovely fabrics!

Donna~~ said...

And I already receive their newsletter--so full of luscious temptations! :)

SueSmilesAlot said...

My favorite new bundle is Fly a Kite Fat by October Afternoon.

SueSmilesAlot said...

Also, I am signed up for the FQS newsletter already. :)

karen said...

Imperial Pheasant is my favorite

karen said...

I just signed up for the newsletter, also.

Quilting Chemist (Danette) said...

Congratulations!!! I like the Baltic Sea Batik collection.

Quilting Chemist (Danette) said...

I just signed up for the newsletter.

c said...

love the fabrics, i am follower of both of the shops, pls sign me up for a chance to win!
thank you for this opportunity

aka kingcooper0001@aol.com
aka creativeartist1@aol.com

Debi said...

I am already signed up for FQS newsletter.

Debi said...

My favorite line is Terrain. Congrats on 700 followers, this is awesome!

Pat said...

I am already signed up for the newsletter and enjoy reading it each morning. I also have a daughter (age 14) who plays trumpet! Bravo for your daughter! (and hats off to you, too, for all you manage to get accomplished!)

Pat

Sharmond said...

I love Imperial Pheasant. Beautiful fabrics! Thanks for opportunity!

Kathy S. said...

Congrats on hitting 700! Whohoo! I already get the Fat Quarter Shop newsletter. Thanks for the chance to win your giveaway!

Kathy S. said...

My favorite thing that is new is the Fly a Kite bundle. Glad you got a little rain!

Anne said...

Congratulations! My favorite FQ bundle is Rouenneries Deux by French General! FQS carries so many lovely fabric collections.

Anne said...

I subscribed to the FQS newsletter.

Heartsdesire said...

Congrats on so many followers, I'm one of them. I love your blog, it's always so informative. After checking out Fat Quarter Shop's What's New, I would have to choose Barnum Bridgeport by Jo Morton. It was a hard choice, but anything by Jo is a favourite of mine.

Heartsdesire said...

I already receive Fat Quarter Shop's newsletter.

Angie in SoCal said...

My favorite collection from FQS is Mount Gould garden Wall. Thanks for the chance!

Angie in SoCal said...

I already get the FQS's newsletter!

Vickie said...

I would pick sea of dreams it has great possibilities for all my little grandkids.

Vickie said...

I get the newletter from FQS.

Melissa said...

I love Imperial Pheasant

Melissa said...

I am already signed up for the newsletter - and congratulations on 700!

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