Monday, December 10, 2012

Blog Hop Party, and GIVEAWAY!!!

Blog Hopping Along....  Giveaway now closed.
Thanks to all who participated!
That is probably what you have been doing if you found me here!  Well thanks for stopping by and let me just say welcome to my blog!

In honor of Michele's (Mishka's) 5th Birthday Blog Hop bash I am sponsoring a giveaway, along with about 170 other wonderful bloggers.  You can find all the links HERE at Mishka's site Quilting Gallery.  She has so much info on this site and is always running giveaways along with her many links to Quilting Bloggers and Quilt Shops.  There is always a contest for different styles of quilts going on to.  I think the most recent was Christmas table Runners.  There are some very cute ones.  My personal fav was this spiral one.  I gotta try that technique.

I have a Freebie's Page that has several holiday projects and some other Tutorials that I have done.  Check it out.  I want to do more tutorials, but sometimes lack inspiration for what my readers want.  I would love to hear what tutorials you would like to see here on my blog.

So onto the giveaway......  It's easy enough, here are the rules:

  1. Leave me a comment telling me what tutorial(s) you would like me to post = One entry
  2. If you choose to follow my blog (please do-I would love that!) = you will get a second entry--just be sure to leave a second comment stating you are following.
  3. If you blog, pin, or Facebook about my giveaway leave me a link and a comment = third entry
Giveaway ends December 17th 9 PM MST.


What will you win?


Two bundles of  Buggy Barn Basics fat quarters from Henry Glass, one Olfa Circle Cutter (awesome tool), these fine patterns from me, one of my books signed, and an out of print 100 Blocks magazine, and possibly some other surprise goodies.  Opening this package will be a bit like Christmas morning for a quilter.  It's well over a $125.00 value!


Here is the fine print:  Giveaways are great, but participants must realize I set forth the rules, and I randomly choose the winner. (When I say random-- it is truly as random as it gets and is completely fair)  If I have contacted the winner and have had no response from them  after 9 days, they forfeit the prize winnings to the next random winner of my choice. I have a life and cannot be expected to chase everyone down. It is a giveaway, not life or death. Basically, I don't want to hear a bunch of griping about how this is run.  It's my giveaway, my rules, you don't like it- don't play.  Simple.  


Next week I plan to run another giveaway-- so be sure and check back.

322 comments:

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Mary on Lake Pulaski said...

I follow your blog.

Jenniffier Kramer said...

thanks so for the chance to win. I always like tutorials on pillows.

Mary on Lake Pulaski said...

How about a bath mat tutorial.

Jenniffier Kramer said...

I am a follower!

Monica said...

How about a tutorial for some cute kitchen accessories or something?

Monica said...

I have been a follower of your blog for some time now.

evelyn said...

I have been following for a while now.

evelyn said...

How about a tutorial on doll quilts.

Janny said...

I like a tutorial for a Ipad case.

Catskill Quilter said...

I like your mug rug tutorial. What I am always looking for are tutorials for smaller, gift projects. It is so nice to have new ideas for cute things to make for friends and family!

Catskill Quilter said...

I am a new follower of your blog!

A.J. Dub. (Amy) said...

I really liked your paper piecing pattern a while back, so maybe another one of those in tutorial form? I need to practice. :)

I also like basics, like how the heck do you start and stop when you are quilting something. (I am pretty sure you are not supposed to backstitch, but I do it anyway.)

Awesome prize! I love the look of the blog too. I guess I need to get my head out of Reader every so often. :)

A.J. Dub. (Amy) said...

Can't forget the bonus entry! I am a follower!

Wendy said...

I like tutorials on techniques, any techniques really!

Sandie @ crazy'boutquilts said...

I am a happy blog follower! :-)

Sandie @ crazy'boutquilts said...

I would like a tutorial on how to apply binding by machine so the back doesn't look like I was drinking. No matter how many pins I use, it doesn't look nice. I must be missing something. Thank you so much for the wonderful giveaway!

barb said...

I would like to see tutorials on ereader and bible covers this is a great giveaway. I just found out i have cancer and would like to make what could be my last quilt to pop and this fabric would do that.babscorbitt@gmail.com

Cathi said...

I'd love to see a tutorial on how to make a sewing machine cover. This is a great giveaway!

barb said...

I am a proud new follower babscorbitt@gmail.com

barb said...

I shared your giveaway on facebook babscorbitt@gmail.com

Gale, Ky quilter said...

I would love a tutorial on book covers. I enjoy making them but the pattern I use is somewhat difficult.

Gale, Ky quilter said...

I am already a faithful follower! Love your giveaway!

Captain StitchyPants said...

Curves are new to me, so any tips on how to sew curves are always interesting to me. Thank you for the giveaway - these blog hops are such a fun way to 'meet' other bloggers!

Linda said...

HAPPY TO FOLLOW YOU VIA BLOG LOVIN'!

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Linda said...

HI! I'M JUST LEARNING FREE MOTION STITCHING+WOULD LOVE ANY HINTS TO SPEED UP THE PRACTICING!

msstitcher1948@yahoo.com

Martina said...

I love tutorials for small gift items. Like pillows, tablrunners, candlemats,....Thanks so much for the great give away!

fenna said...

how about a curve tutorial to go along with the circle cutter you're giving away ;)

Martina said...

I am already a follower!

Linda said...

LIKE+SHARED ON FB!
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1711336606

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Anita in Florida said...

I'd love to see a tut on fabric postcards! Thanks for the chance at your giveaway!

Anita in Florida said...

I follow you now.

Judy1522 said...

I like tutorials on just about anything as each person that does one brings their own ideas and techniques so there is always something new to learn.

Judy1522 said...

I am a follower.

Anya said...

Tutorials for bags are always welcome! Thanks for the chance!

Sherry said...

The things I like to make most are bags and pincushions. Thanks for mentioning your tutorials, I took a look, they are great.

Sherry said...

I am a follower of your blog. Thanks for the chance to win your great giveaway.

JMF said...

I've been making aprons lately and always need new ideas, so if you have a tutorial for that would be great. Thanks for the chance at a great prize. I think I am the only blog from SD in the hop.

Jan said...

I'd love to have a simplepaper piecing tutorial

Cecilia said...

I would love to see tips for free motion quilting. Thanks for the great giveaway.

Cecilia said...

I'm a follower. :-)

Rosa said...

I`m a follower!

Lee said...

I think pillow covers would be a good tutorial. Thanks!

Rosa said...

I`d love a tutorials for purses,wallets and bags,small items and some tips,tecniques and ideas.Thanks for the chance!

Lee said...

I follow your blog also!

Yumm yumz by patticakes said...

I'm a follower - thanks so much for the generous giveaway!

Irina said...

I like tutorials on useful accessories.

Eileen said...

I'd like to see a tutorial about how to make a change purse and hide those stitches on the inside. I have tried several times and would love to know the secret! Do you know it! Tell us!!!

tubilinha tiacarminha said...

Seguidora GFC 411.Obrigada pela chance.tiacarminhapezzuto@gmail.com

tubilinha tiacarminha said...

Gosto muito de aprender,e tutorial é uma aula e tanto,sem contar que é uma boa fórmula::Dividir para multiplicar.Estou pensando em peças redondas,você me daria esta aula?Obrigada.

tiacarminhapezzuto@gmail.com

Judy B said...

I would love some tutorials on making things out of wool felt! Thank you for the hugh giveaway!
jbechosend at sbcglobal dot net

Judy B said...

I am a follower! jbechosend at sbcglobal dot net

Kathy said...

I would like a tutorial on applying binding to the back and front at the same time, by machine. I have a lot of trouble with that. Or tutorials on small items to use as gifts.

Thanks for the giveaway chance!

Kathy said...

I am a follower, too!

Alison said...

Machine applique!

Patty said...

I like your tutorial on the mitered corner baby blanket. I'd like to see more on Free Motion Quilting. Thanks for the great giveaway.

Lesley said...

Kari, your giveaway is extremely generous! It's been great to find you through the hop . I would love to see tutorials on mini quilts with appliqué. Thanks for the chance!

Mommarock said...

I would very much love tutorials for smaller projects for the home. Table toppers, table runners, placemats, kitchen items, towel decorations, fireplace mats (we don't use our fireplace all the time so it would look nice there), spiffing up my house this year is my goal. I spent too long last year on my hexagon quilt and my house needs a bit of a boost.

Mommarock said...

I am a follower.

Pink Scissors Design said...

I'm a new follower. I like tutorials that are quick and easy...you know, that can be made in a day.

Deborah
pinkscissorsdesign @gmail .com

scottylover said...

Besides the swirl table runner, I would LOVE to see a tutorial on how you miter your corners and on how to make a spider web block!

Thanks for the great give away and the chance!
Sandy A

scottylover said...

I already follow you!

Sandy A

Pam said...

i like seeing tutorials for quick gifts ideas coin purses,wristlet etc

supersara20 said...

How to use that fabulous circle cutter in the giveaway!

sara_stetson at yahoo.com

leigh7911 said...

How very generous! Your embroidered mug rug is very cute. More on embroidery - especially when used as embellishments and what-not - can't ever go wrong. :)

Melissa Loves Color said...

I think it would be great to have a tutorial on choosing fabric combinations! I know that isn't really a hands-on kind of tute, but it is definitely something I need some help with.

Thanks! Great giveaway!

Melissa Loves Color said...

I'm a new follower!

Sew Distracted said...

I like pilllow tutorials

Sew Distracted said...

following you

Reb Thack said...

Anything with curves - I'm doing something horribly wrong and can't figure out what!!

Reb Thack said...

I follow via GFC

Sallie said...

A tutorial on different kinds of stabilizers and their uses. Thanks for the giveaway! Merry Christmas!

quiltmom said...

I would love to see more about curve piecing - perhaps some designs for table runners
Thanks for participating in the blog hop.
Regards from Western Canada,
Anna

SewBlinkey.blogspot.com said...

I put a picture of myself up there to follow you. I look forward to your tutorials. Thank you.

Julie said...

I would love to see paper piecing. Thanks for a wonderful giveaway.

Julie said...

I am a follower. Thanks

Barbara @ Nähtante Quilts said...

I'd love to see how you bind your quilts.

Barbara @ Nähtante Quilts said...

I follow you via GFC.
Thank you for offering such a generous giveaway!

Barbara @ Nähtante Quilts said...

I've posted your giveaway on FB, you can find my account under naehtante (at) googlemail (dot) com

Cherise said...

Any tutorials are good for me! Thanks for doing them. :) Thanks for such an awesome giveaway! Happy Holidays to You! :)

Cherise said...

i follow you! :)

Amira@littlemushroomcap said...

Such a great giveaway..i love to see all kind of tutorials, but ilove simple projects..

Natasha said...

I love tutorials that do not require any fancy/special things to make (ie special rulers, sewing feet for machine). I would like more zipper tutorials...still scared of zippers.

Gill said...

I like tutorials for small projects that are quick to complete!

Gill said...

I'm a happy follower!

tpott said...

I'm already a very happy follower of your blog. ;->

tpott said...

I like tutorials that are scrappy, any size is fine. Sometimes quilt designs that look SO complicated are so easy when broken down. I can't do that in my head but when I see a tut, that does it for me, I LOVE it. ;->

Sandra said...

I always follow your blog. You are always up to something new.

Sandi T.
sandit1@sbcglobal.net

Sandra said...

You are certainly in the Christmas mood. What a fantastic giveway. Thank you for giving all of your followers a chance to win. You could share a tutorial on how to use the Alfa Circle Cutter. I would like to learn how and more about this tool. Merry Christmas.

Sandi T.
sandit1@sbcglobal.net
Sonora, CA

barbara woods said...

i follow your blog

Heather said...

I tweeted your giveaway. https://twitter.com/DarnHeather/status/278516285594284032

Heather said...

I'm a new follower.

Heather said...

I would like to see a tutorial on binding quilts. I always seem to do it wrong.

Lou said...

I pinned the giveaway:)

Lou said...

A tut on quick gifts using scraps would be nice:)

Lou said...

I am a new follower:)

Jolanda said...

Your give-away is just fabulous. Thank you! I am interested in tutorials for little purses.

Jolanda said...

Now I am a new followers too. Thanks for the second chance.

Kd Brown said...

What a great giveaway, Kari! One of the tutorials I would like to see is for cute quick gifts for quilters. Thanks.

Kd Brown said...

I am a follower of your lovely blog as WeimerMom.

Kd Brown said...

I posted on my Facebook page about your giveaway.

Eva said...

I am follower of your blog, pinterest and facebook. I love the mug rug. Thanks for sharing and the giveaway.

slacker said...

I follow via GFC. Thanks & Merry Christmas!

BizyStitches said...

wow this is a great giveaway. Thanks for being in this fun blog hop. I need a tutorial on how to do machine blanket stitch on fusible applique. Don't know how to do dips and points. Like in a star or Santa's mustash. LOL

BizyStitches said...

I am a happy follower. Thanks for being in this fun blog hop.

Joyce Carter said...

I would like to see tutorials on purses, bags, table runners, or small things that can be used around the house or given as gifts. Thank you so much for a great giveaway.

Joyce Carter said...

I am a new follower through GFC.

EngrSandi said...

Goodness, what a giveaway! I like to see tutorials on table runners, placemats, or mug rugs - simple projects easy to do in an afternoon but don't look like it.

EngrSandi said...

I follow via GFC.

Cheryl said...

I would love to see a tutorial on fast, easy appliqué.

Bonnie58 said...

I love your attitude regarding blogs and give-away's - couldn't have said it better myself. I would love to see a good tutorial on hand quilting - Thanks for the opportunity on a great draw and have a very Merry Christmas. bonnielarson58@gmail.com

Deb@asimplelifequilts said...

I'm a new follower ;-)

Deb@asimplelifequilts said...

I'm always looking for small projects (bags, toppers, mug rugs) or techniques to try. Thanks for a great giveaway!

rockgranny said...

I`d love a tutorials for bags and small items.Thanks for the chance!

Sis-O said...

Hi, I am a new follower. thank you.

Sis-O said...

I pinned your giveaway.

http://pinterest.com/pin/140948663309606517/

Sis-O said...

Thank you for the mitred corner and Ruffled Rosette pillow tutorials. I love tuts about anything handmade for the home.

Karen said...

I like tutorials on anything and everything to do with sewing/quilting.

Elena said...

What a wonderful giveaway! I really love all this patterns and magazines and of course fabrics ;).
It will be great to see a sew along for newbies, with some traditional blocks. Just to make a pillow or a table runner.
Thanks you so much for this chance to win :)

Vicki H said...

I'm a new follower.

Vicki H said...

I'd like a binding tutorial.

Tammy said...

I am a new follower. Thank you for acahcne to enter your giveaway.
conn_and_vans_mom(at)yahoo(dot)com

Tammy said...

i would enjoy a tutorial for a hexagon shaped mug rug or any type hexagon quilting project.
conn_and_vans_mom(at)yahoo(dot)com

Dresden Quilter said...

I would love a tutorial on choosing quilting designs. Thanks for the giveaway.

cyndiofthevortex said...

I love all kinds of tutorials! Sorry you won't get any inspiration from me today! I'll give it some thought, though.

cyndiofthevortex said...

I am a new follower. I look forward to getting to know you through your blog!

Sowing Stitches said...

I would love to see the pros and cons of a variety of methods of binding!
Thank you for such a generous giveaway someone is going to be truly blessed by your generosity!

sowingstitches [at] gmail [dot] com

Lisa Cox said...

Love your giveaway rules!
I'm pretty much a lover of any tutorial as I'm a huge newbie of a quilter.
This is a hugely generous prize. Thank you for the chance to win it.

Sailor's Mom said...

Wow, that's quite a giveaway. I am in awe. I'd love a tutorial on curves. How to make them smooth and non lumpy. Thanks for the giveaway!
Anne, a new follower
www.sailorhere.blogspot.com

Beth said...

I like your candle mat tutorial. Other small things like that would be nice - maybe one on cathedral windows?

Beth said...

I follow on GFC

Fiesta said...

Kari, I follow

Fiesta said...

I would love a tutorial for inset seams

karamino said...

How about a tutorial for some kitchen accessories?

karamino said...

I follow on GFC

karamino said...

pinned http://pinterest.com/pin/261490322085871809/

Jo said...

I am a new follower!

Jo said...

I like tutorials on pillows and small projects :)

annmarie said...

Wow - GREAT giveaway - thanks for the chance. I need a good tutorial on putting zippers in purses. I know there has to be an easier way than how I struggle with it! Thanks & Merry Christmas.

Deborah Mitchell said...

I like the bath mat tutorial

Deborah Mitchell said...

I am now following your blog

Ali said...

Wow, thank you so much! One thing I haven't found a great tutorial on is how to do "bag in a bag" linings. I made a lot of pouches and most of the time the lining stitching ends up being visible inside, and a good tutorial might help the right technique stick in my head (worked for box corners at least!)

Marjorie's Busy Corner said...

How about a tutorial on a quick tree skirt??

Marjorie's Busy Corner said...

I am a new follower; the giveaway is too generous not to follow. Thank you.

ytsmom said...

I would love to see the ruffled rosette pillow!

Alicia said...

I like pillow tutorials!

Alicia said...

I am a follower

quiltmom said...

Hi kari,
I am a new follower to your blog and to your facebook page. You have created some fun tutorials- I I like your rosette pillow and the mitered baby blanket. I have some great Dr. Suess fabric that would make a wonderful baby blanket.
Thanks for the chance to win such a nice bundle of things and for participating in the blog hop.
Regards from Western Canada,
Anna

Abbigail said...

Applique would be a nice one to do!
hulseybg at gmail dot com

Abbigail said...

I'm a follower!
hulseybg at gmail dot com

Sheila said...

I'm always looking for tutes for a clever idea for a throw quilt....thanks for the chance to win!!

jmniffer said...

I like any and all quilting posts. Lap quilts, pillows, table runners...I need inspiration for all of them. Thanks for the chance at your amazing giveaway.

jmniffer said...

I am a follower.

Kimi said...

I always like seeing different pillow tutorials :) Thanks for the chance to win such a great prize!

Kimi said...

I am now a follower!

Megan said...

Thank you for the awesome giveaway! I would like a tutorial on sewing an apron - something girly and fun! I like all tutorials in general though, I'm always looking to learn new projects and techniques.

Megan said...

I'm a new follower through GFC. Thanks!

Deanna said...

Love your site. Would like to see lots of pillow ideas.

Hilachas said...

How about a tutorial on a sewing machine cover. I've been trying to make one and it's not as easy as one would think. Thanks for the opportunity to win your generous giveaway.

Hilachas said...

I am a new follower. Thanks for the opportunity to win your generous giveaway.

Coffee Break Whatever said...

I would like a tut about a sewing machine cover or other things related to sewing...organizers etc. And also...covering books/notebooks. I could sure use one of each! And I could use that prize too! Amazing!
Thanks for the chance!
Cheri
quiltingnanny(at)yahoo(dot)com

Coffee Break Whatever said...

I am a follower!
Thanks for the chance!
Cheri
quiltingnanny(at)yahoo(dot)com

Crickets Corner said...

I would like to see a tutorial on curved piecing or circles along with curved borders.

Crickets Corner said...

Thanks to the hop I am now a follower. Looking forward to see what's in the future.

Crickets Corner said...

Shared on my FB - Rina Mason

Kaynik said...

I'm a follower. Thanks for the chance to win.

ktreve (at) hotmail (dot) com

Kaynik said...

I'd love to see an in depth tutorial on putting in zippers with a nice finished edge.

ktreve (at) hotmail (dot) com

Rachelle said...

I'd love a tutorial for a quilted roman blind.

Rachelle said...

I've just started following your blog

Debra Lee said...

How about a fabric basket tutorial!

Debra Lee said...

I'm a follower!

Debra Lee said...

I shared on Facebook!

lucia said...

I love tutorial for smaller things so that I can make things for gifts and new techniques. Also it's always fun to try different blocks! Thanks for the chance to win!

Mary Ann said...

I like tutorials for small projects. Tips on making color and fabric choices would be great too.

Mary Ann said...

New follower on google reader!

Maria Wallin said...

I love tutorials of all kinds but little baggies are always extra welcome, they make such awesome gifts! =)

Thanks a lot for the chance to win!

Maria Wallin said...

New follower here, loving this blog hop, finding such many lovely new blogs to read! =D

Aimee said...

I would love to see some tutorials on quilted placemats

Aimee said...

GFC follower

Aimee said...

Shared on FB
https://www.facebook.com/aimee.marie.56/posts/385670298187807

CaroleM said...

I would like tutorials on applique. I want to improve my technique in 2013.

CaroleM said...

I'm a follower.

Kathy said...

Great giveaway. Holy cow. Thanks for the chance to score big.

Kathy said...

Couldn't help myself. I am now a follower

ledamewood said...

I am looking for a tutorial on prairie points, piping, and different types of edges and borders.

ledamewood said...

I am a follower

Val C said...

I am a new follower.

Melissa Corry said...

What a wonderful bundle!! I love tutorials on fun ways to make quilts a little different, like prairie points, or mitered borders ect.

Melissa Corry said...

I follow your blog

Martha said...

I'm new to curves so I'm always looking for tutorials and inspiration.
Great giveaway

Martha said...

I'm a follower

AlessandraLace said...

I am follower from Italy. hugs Alessandra

AlessandraLace said...

I love applique and bags tutorials. hugs

Katie said...

i follow!

Katie said...

Love tutorials on bags and triangles!

Patricia said...

Great Giveaway! How about a tutorial on gifts.

Tanya said...

How about a tutorial on a different type of pillow. Thanks for chance to win.

Tanya said...

I'm a new follower.

Katkat said...

How about a tutorial on different quilting techniques for different quilts.

Katkat said...

New follower!

Teresa F. said...

I would like a tutorial on a sewing machine cover. I need one.

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