For the beginner Quilters....a giveaway

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I have recently reviewed a new basics quilting book for House of White Birches.

Learn to Make a Quilt from start to finish by Carolyn Vagts is packed with just the basics.

I have been quilting for 15 years and 'thought' I know just about everything there is to know about quilting techniques.

But I know there is still more for me to learn!

Learn to Make a Quilt from Start to Finish includes advice on everything from fabric and pattern selection to cutting techniques and tips on completing a quilt. It focuses on one pattern, with one block that can be turned in different directions to create a number of different designs.

The book is written to teach beginners how to make a first quilt, with step-by-step photos that walk the quilter through each stage of the quilt-making process. Added tips and insights on techniques are included to make sewing easier and more accurate.

It's definitely a great book for your quilting library.
If you'd like to win a copy, please leave a comment.
I will randomly chose a winner on Dec.6th!
thanks :)

oooo DS Daisy Mae....

This was my retail therapy the night before my surgery.

Oh no there is a story behind this fabric.
 I mean a LONG story.

I have never ever had fabric cutting take so long.

19 half yards took 40 minutes.

then the clerk didn't charge 2 of the prints so they took another 15 minutes to figure which ones they missed.

Wow it was a major kerfluffle...

I kept my cool...

mainly because my nearest JoAnn's didn't have the new line.

I was in one of the Columbus stores before my mom's flight arrived.

Thank goodness I really allowed myself extra time!

They are fantastic colors.

Creating desire fullfilled

I have been longing to make some doll clothes for my girls' dolls.
They have several dolls but it seems that the LaLaloopsy's are the favorite plus my Grace loves American Girl.
I just finished a messenger bag for her A.G. doll.

I have shown several of the A.G. outfits I have made over the last year....
but now I am creating Lalaloopsy sized clothes.

I drafted several patterns for the 13" Lalaloopsy from scratch to make an A-line skirt, jumper, pants, t-shirt and I hope to make a hat soon too.
 I just basically measured the doll arms, legs, waist, neck etc and kind of drew them based on how I have sewn other patterns.
I didn't copy patterns. They are basic but super fun.
I have loads of ideas for embellishing the clothes too.
Wish I could stand long enough to cut more out....
 Once I am feeling better then I may make pdf's of the clothes.
You'll be the first to know when they are done.

Fave Pin Friday #2 : Vintage Shapes

Source: puglypixel.com via Vickie on Pinterest

These Vintage Fabric shapes from Pugly Pixel are awesome clip art for your blog!

I so want to do the premium membership so I can get all the shapes.

Happy Thanksgiving and a Black Friday nudge

Happy Thanksgiving!!
There is so much to be thankful for this year.
Thank you to all my blog readers :)

There are a few Black Friday sales related to quilting that I just had to pass on.
I am going to do my shopping online this year....

First Martingale:

They are offering 50% off all books and free shipping.
I can tell you right now I have about 5 titles I am getting. You know because I need so many new books!

Second FatQuarterShop:

Black Friday Blowout: Over 200 items 30-50% OFF for 3 days only!

Cyber Monday Sale: 25% off any order – 4 days only! Use coupon code: monday11. Offer expires at Midnight CST, Thursday, Dec 1st. Terms: Coupon must be used online and can only be used once. Discount is not combinable with any other offer and is not applicable to clubs, programs or the purchase of gift certificates. Not applicable to previous orders.
{I can tell you right now that I have a "Cart" waiting for the 25% off sale!!!}
GO FATQUARTERSHOP!!!!

and Finally Accuquilt:

{my-vertisement is that I LOVE accuquilt and this is the time of the year I get most of my dies!}

{the "regular" advertisement is below}
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Have a great day!
Have fun shopping :)