Amy Butler's New Book Winner

Look who won Amy's New Book, Mary @ http://www.quilthollow.com/ . My goodness this took me longer to get every one's little pictures in the bowl, from face book and followers and then I added even another surprise chance. If you made a comment you got in again. Just love surprises. I have visited Mary's blog since I first started blogging, she does beautiful quilting.

As far as the pictures of what I'm working on, you'll have to wait till after this weekend. It will take me until Friday just to get it ready to show. Well it better be ready for 8:00 in the morning Friday....Hope to visit you all soon.

Thank you for stopping by and Keep Stitchen'

Bonnie

Amy Butler's Book Giveaway Postponed Till Monday

I'm sorry for the delay, but I'm going to have some before and after pictures of what I've been working on. I'll have to stay home long enough to get the giveaway taken care of. Can't wait to show ya!

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Bonnie

Oh my, here comes another Giveaway! Love Amy Butler's new book, this might be for you...

I just had to get two of Amy's Butler's book "Style Stitches". One for me and one to share when I was at the Quilt Market. It is filled with ideas and patterns for 26 purses and cute accessories. So if you read my blog, you know how I'll be picking the winner soon.

Now for all the news of what has been happening. You name it, it has happened. Not really, just so many irons in the fire I think I'm losing brain cells.

New adventures that is making my sewing machines burn and with the Holiday's, well we all know what they bring. so little time to get everything accomplished. I was suppose to go on a retreat this week and had all my projects lined up to get made, you can really get a lot done away from home, but this didn't happen. I told my family a sign is going on my door to the sewing room, "Gone on a retreat, will be back Thursday", do you think this would work?

I'll be back on Friday with the winner, remember if you follow me on the blog that's one chance and on Facebook that is two chances.

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Bonnie

Spring Sewing Party over and I had a Great Time Kelly and Joan!!! Giveaway to end at 5:00 today!!!

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I think I did my post wrong, I didn't keep my post all in one. Next time I'll know. You know how you plan on making it an all day sewing day. Well, things happen that you have to tend to, but I got a lot of sewing in and enjoyed going to other blogs. Gotta finish my rounds today. Thank you Kelly and Joan for being a great host. I finished my pillow about 1:00 last night, Yea.

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Today is Sunday, last day to enter my giveaway. I'll be posting the winners after 5:00 today.

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Part II of Spring Sewing and Recipe! Update and Giveaway Below!

I had to take time out with cooking and washing, now it's 9:30 here and I'm determined to finish my pillow. I thought I would get more done by now. Quilting as fast as I can. Stay tuned...

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Well the first thing getting sewn today is a pillow for my guest bedroom. You would think I just love pink and green due to my blog and this bedroom, but it is the only room that has these colors to go with my antique dishes and dainty things. So it needed a little pillow for guest and it was spring colors.

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Now for a recipe for all the ones still in the cold and just wishing for spring.

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Sips & Stirs

Warm Sips Spice Bundles

Delightful after a day of fun in the snow.

8 cinnamon sticks, crushed

2 whole nutmegs, crushed

1/3 c. whole cloves

2 T. orange zest

2 T. lemon zest

1/4 c. whole allspice

cheesecloth

Combine ingredients in a mixing bowl. Place one tablespoon mixture in the center of a double-thickness 4"x4" square of cheesecloth and tie closed; repeat with remaining mixture. Store in an airtight container before giving; attach instructions. Makes about 15.

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Instructions:

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Simmer one quart cider or tea with one spice bundle in a large saucepan. Ladle into mugs. Makes 4 servings. Your home will smell wonderful.

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Gift Idea

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Fill a small box with several Warm Sips Spice Bundles and wrap it up in snowy white paper, topping it off with a bow. Add extra warmth by using yarn in place of ribbon...just wind it around the package several times for thick, fuzzy stripes.

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Spring Party, come join the fun! Working on items for Etsy and Shop

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UPDATES ARE ABOVE THIS POST FOR THE SPRING PARTY!

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I'm so glad I started reading my bloglist and saw all the excitement taking place about a party. Kelly @ http://cottoncharmquilts.typepad.com/ and Joan @ http://ouvragesduneacadienne.blogspot.com/ will be having a Spring Party and I can't wait. So come and see all the creativeness that will take place tomorrow.

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I've been in such a sewing mood lately, but love to create new items. So after the show where I had to sew the same thing over and over so much, I'm having the best time. I need to fill my Etsy shop and get my online shop back full again. Here are a few things I'm working on and lots more in the works.

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Don't forget about the 200Th Post Giveaway below. I always think you might not see it if I write a post above it, so just a little reminder.

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I have to keep you guessing on the Giveaway!

Giveaway Tease

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Hi ladies and gents, I just had to show a couple of pictures on the giveaway. There will be several color choices (think Spring colors) for the winner to choose from and something that we all can use. Since it is for my 200th post I'll have 3 prizes. Whoohoo!!! So I better get busy.

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The Winner Is....

The Winner Is...

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I couldn't believe the number of people that entered the giveaway and I just want to thank each one that came by. Loved reading all the post and finding new blogs with this event.

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Well here is the winner and I've got to email her as soon as I post this.

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Vickie E said...
I'll be honest,I don't check your blog everyday..but I am going to add you to my blog list! great giveaway...

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Isn't that funny. Vickie @ http://midohioknitter.blogspot.com/ was the lucky # 154

True Random Number ServiceRandom Integer GeneratorHere are your random numbers:

154

Timestamp: 2009-06-01 18:59:09 UTC

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Congratulations Vickie!

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BIG DAY!!! GIVEAWAY DAY MAY 27, 2009

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Giveaway Day May 27, 2009

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Boy, I don't know where my head is, well yes I do, it's been planning a vacation and didn't even realize I needed to do this post. I had everything finished, just forgot the date.

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Are you ready for the BIG DAY!!! This is so exciting when we all get together and either give things away or just go blog to blog and find some of the neatest sites. http://sewmamasew.com/blog2/ does such a good job with organizing this huge day. I couldn't imagine.

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I will ship anywhere and hope you all enjoy what I'm giving away. Over here in the states we just had Memorial Day Weekend and I had made me a purse and thought I would do an extra one. So I'm giving away a purse(has 2 pockets on the front), 1/2 yard of each print I used of Moda fabrics (3), 7 Romantic Homes Magazines (oh, you can see some pretty decor in these and get ideas on things to make) and last an apron pattern called "Apron Strings" which can be used with jelly rolls. I will pick a number by using Random.org.

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All I ask is to come back and see me sometimes. I love to read comments and find new blogs.

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I have an online store http://www.calamityjanescottage.com/ with fabric, patterns, handmade items and some antiques.a

Random giveaways often and also have tutorials on the blog at the sidebar-dishtowel apron, burp cloths, pincushion, etc. Calamity Jane's Patterns will be coming soon, so check back and stay awhile when you get a chance.

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and have fun visiting blogs,

Tutorials on Potholders and a giveaway!

Tutorials on Potholders and a Giveaway!

Lola @ http://ansewon.blogspot.com/ is having a giveaway of her potholders she did a tutorial on. I told her if I had these I might not have my arm looking like it does at this time. I love all the pot holder tutorials out there.

Here are a few-

Nanette's tutorial is precious @

http://fredashive.blogspot.com/2009/01/doll-house-potholder-tutorial.html

Stephanie @ http://loftcreations.blogspot.com/2008/04/potholders.html made the log cabin cute potholders

Regan @ http://stitchinmysideregan.blogspot.com/2008/04/pot-holder-tutorial.html

Beki @ http://artsycraftybabe.typepad.com/artsycrafty_babe/2007/11/dishtowel-potho.html

Lucy @ http://mybyrdhouse.blogspot.com/2008/05/skillet-pot-holder-tutorial-ppp.html

Remember the looms, I made many of these growing up http://www.flickr.com/photos/studiobeerhorst/sets/72157594490161717/

I need to remember this one to make with the grandbabies, great gift to give daughter - Kati @ http://sycamorestirrings.blogspot.com/2008/05/draw-me-potholder-tutorial.html

Just thought you might like to go to a few for fast gifts!

Last Day To Enter Giveaway-Friday 13th

LAST DAY TO ENTER GIVEAWAY WILL BE

FRIDAY 13TH-IT WILL BE SOME ONE'S LUCKY DAY!!!

I'll have the grandbabies on Friday while the kids go out to eat for Valentine, so I'll let them draw the winner. I've been sewing getting some gifts ready and working on finishing up projects. Hope to post some pictures tomorrow.

Sneak Peek and A Package Arrived...

Sneak Peek and A Package Arrived...

I've been working on some items for the "Time for Tea Swap" Miss Stephanie @ http://loftcreations.blogspot.com/ is putting on. Thought I would show just a sneak peek.

I also received a package today, that I totally forgot I had won, don't you love the unexpected surprises. Just look at what Angelina made from http://angelinastrinkets.blogspot.com/ . It's beautifully designed.

Don't forget about the giveaway 2 post down for the 100th post!

The 'OP' Challenge-My giveaway for it...

Pat Sloan's 'OP' Challenge 2009-My giveaway for it...

This sounds like it is going to be a blast, a VIRTUAL RETREAT! Find all your orange fabric and come join the fun. Pat will have a blog hop with prize giveaways, post photos of work in progress, and a tutorial on her blog. I'm going to participate in the blog hop with the apron pictured above to be given away. I had to go with the orange theme and something fun. So come join the fun!!!

Read all about it here (just click on button).

Don't forget about the giveaway for my 100th post below!

Giveaway for 100th Post!!!

Giveaway for 100th Post!!!

I'm sorry this has taken a while for me to post but this is the first day I have had time to post about it. Grandbaby is doing fine and husband is better each day.

I'm making some kits to put online in the shop, so I thought I would post one to giveaway and I'm thinking SPRING. So the colors I selected are pinks and greens. Just leave me a post here for the giveaway and if you would like to buy one I'm going to list it under Newly Listed @ the website http://www.calamityjanescottage.com

It will include the booklet "Turning Twenty...Again" and 12 fat quarters for $26.00 plus $5.00 shipping. This makes a lap size quilt

(48 1/2" X 64 1/2") or (60 1/2" X 76 1/2" with 6 1/2" border-not included)

Good Luck, I'm not sure when I will have the drawing at this time.

Handwork and buttons needs to be added...

Handwork and buttons needs to be added

I still have a lot to do on the wall hanging which is turning out a little bit large by the time I add the border. I just start drawing it out and I should do better on measurements. Could be a cute tablecloth for the Spring. Touch of buttons and 3/D flowers and the worm needs some personality added.

Now I wish I did more needle turn applique like Carrie @ http://apassionforapplique.blogspot.com/

She does beautiful work and this will be done at another time, but I'm in a hurry with this pattern.

I have projects with handwork lined up for the rehab visits already. (Tea Swap and PIF, can't show them)Husband is doing a lot better and I want to thank you for all the well wishes.

This is my 100th Post, so that means it is time for another giveaway, I will get it together and post a picture hopefully tomorrow. Grand babies surgery is in the morning. Busy, Busy...

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SSCS Opened-Thank You Laila

SSCS Opened-Thank You Laila

My SSCS gift could finally get opened and I let the grand babies open it on Christmas eve when we exchange our gifts. They were so excited and I tried to explain it was all the way from Norway, but I don't think they understood.

This is the first picture, little sister is saying, this one is empty, big sister has already taken the package out.

Uh oh, might be a little bit of trouble.

Little sis took off and big sis finishes it up. Look at those eyes she just got through telling little sis to come on we can both open it.

Thank you again Laila (http://jacobs-quilt.blogspot.com/). She made the bag that May Britt designed and it is so cute. This is so special knowing that Laila made this and I already know the project that it will hold. Fabric, thimble and a charm were also included. The thimble will have a special place on a shelf. Mom collected thimbles and I have it on my wall.

I loved doing this swap and I want to thank Donna again for hosting it. I know Maree (http://www.mareew.blogspot.com/) received hers and this is what I sent across the big ocean. It really gives us an opportunity to meet people from all Countries.

Don't forget to sign up for the magazines giveaway below. I'll be drawing soon...