Monday, April 16, 2012

A Handmade GIVEAWAY!!!

 Summerlove Spring Birdie Pillow

Another Giveaway? YES! I decided late last week to have a handmade giveaway today for one of my own pillows. There are a couple of reasons I feel like celebrating right now...

1. My blog is very close to having 2,500 followers! And, that is just completely amazing to me! I have in so many ways had the most challenging personal two years of my life, but the most blessed two years all because of this blog, as well. I’m so grateful to all of my readers who follow, subscribe, comment, and share my posts. It's you all who keep me motivated to keep on creating and who are making so many of my dreams come true!

2. Feather Your Nest! Have you heard? It's a new sewing and stitch - along contest on Stumble & Stitches! I have been asked to join in as one of the judges, along with Ellen Luckett Baker of The Long Thread, Amanda Carestio of Lark Crafts, Rashida Coleman-Hale of I Heart Linen, Keli Faw of Drygoods Design Online,  Rachael Gander of Imagine Gnats, Kimberly Jolly of Fat Quarter Shop, Jennet Mae Jones of Feathered Nest Studio, Kristin Link of Sew Mama Sew!, and  Melanie O'Brien of A Sewing Journal. Honestly, having my name listed amongst their names for anything is reason enough for me to feel like celebrating!

There will be some amazing prizes to win in the Feather Your Nest contest. Including $150 gift certificate from Fat Quarter Shop! WOW!!

Feather Your Nest

You can find all the details right here, as well as my very own "nest" being featured today on the Stumbled & Stitches blog! So what do you say?? Will you join in and welcome Spring in handmade style with us? I hope so!!

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For my own Handmade Giveaway today, I thought it would be wonderful to get the chance to help "Feather Your Nest" by offering one of my handmade pillows to one of my readers. Last month for my two year Sew-iversary, I shared my new Summerlove Spring Birdie Pillow and asked you all to share your sewing story with me. I received a great response on both my pillow and with your stories, so today, I'm offering one of my Spring Birdie Pillows to one of you! This one measures a 14" square, has three little Summerlove appliqued birds, I will be including an insert, and a few other surprise goodies, too!

Spring Birdie Pillow GIVEAWAY!!!

Enter to Win!
 
Here's how,
 
1. Simply leave a comment here in this post letting me know what you'd like to see more of here on my blog. Or, if you plan to join in the contest, you can let me know what handmade item you plan to make to "Feather Your Nest." (one entry)

2. My followers get a second entry! I thank you all SO much for following!! Whether you follow me here or on Facebook, just let me know that you do by making a separate comment here to record that entry. (optional extra entry)

That’s 2 possible entries! Enter now through Wednesday evening, April 18th. Mr. Random will pick the winner and I will announce their name in a new post here on the blog.
 
* Note * This giveaway is open to EVERYONE! If you're a "no reply" or anonymous commenter, please remember to include your email address in your comment so that I can contact you should you win!
                                        

Good Luck everyone!!! Happy Monday!
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496 comments:

  1. supersara20April 16, 2012 at 1:52 PM

    I always love seeing tutorials for fun things. So... more tutorials!

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  2. katie@stvitalApril 16, 2012 at 1:59 PM

    That pillow is perfect. I love your blog as is.

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  3. katie@stvitalApril 16, 2012 at 1:59 PM

    I am a follower of yours.

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  4. VanessaApril 16, 2012 at 2:06 PM

    Gosh! What a beautiful pillow! Seriously! I have been quite on the opposite end of sewing clothes this month, but my mantel is in desperate need of some sprucing, so I think I need to focus on some hand-made love going on there!

    Vanessa@DesignsBySessa.com

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  5. Mandy MoiseApril 16, 2012 at 2:09 PM

    Im so glad i found you on etsy... I love reading your blog, even though im not too crafty myself. i need these pillows! lOVE!

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  6. Barbara O.April 16, 2012 at 2:15 PM

    Lovely pillow!
    I plan on feathering my home with a new king size quilt and backrest cover for our bed, and two children's quilts for my sons. That't a lot of feathers for the next weeks... ;-)

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  7. Barbara O.April 16, 2012 at 2:16 PM

    I'm following your blog via blogspot, but I don't follow on FB because I've quit the Blue Universe for good. ;-)

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  8. CathyApril 16, 2012 at 2:21 PM

    I am a follower of your blog and I love that pillow.
    thanks cathy

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  9. LisaApril 16, 2012 at 2:22 PM

    I think MAYBE more little girl stuff, like that would appeal to a 3 year old. In case my toddler ever gets her own room.

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  10. KatieApril 16, 2012 at 2:23 PM

    I'm hoping to start work on a hanging mail organizer today and maybe going to try including my first appliqué on it, if I am feeling brave enough.

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  11. MareenchenApril 16, 2012 at 2:23 PM

    Please pick me! I love that pillow and could really use a little lift-up this week.

    I love your blog just the way it is, actually. Beautiful pics, tutorials, whatever you choose to share of your life. Looking forward to every post. :)

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  12. MareenchenApril 16, 2012 at 2:23 PM

    Still following, obviously. :)

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  13. AliApril 16, 2012 at 2:27 PM

    Oh no can I HANDLE seeing more? I always love seeing when bloggers I love link me to projects from others sites that THEY love. I have found almost all my favorite blogs that way!

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  14. forevermoreApril 16, 2012 at 2:27 PM

    I'm joining the contest. (My first ever online sewing contest!) I plan on making some mug rugs for my new home (we'll be moving at the end of the summer).

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  15. forevermoreApril 16, 2012 at 2:28 PM

    And I'm a dedicated follower!

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  16. AliApril 16, 2012 at 2:28 PM

    I follow you on my RSS reader and facebook. Thank you for the giveway!

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  17. pamelaApril 16, 2012 at 2:31 PM

    I love this pillow so much!!! Thanks for the entry.
    Pamela.adams62@gmail.com

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  18. pamelaApril 16, 2012 at 2:32 PM

    I love this pillow so much!!! Thanks for the entry.
    Pamela.adams62@gmail.com

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  19. Marcia W.April 16, 2012 at 2:35 PM

    I like a good quilt tutorial.

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  20. SewNurseApril 16, 2012 at 2:41 PM

    I love your blog and look forward to it everyday. Just keep on doing what you are doing.

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  21. SewNurseApril 16, 2012 at 2:42 PM

    I am a devoted follower

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  22. SueApril 16, 2012 at 2:46 PM

    Hi there!
    I love all the cheery colors you use in your designs. They give me courage when choosing my own. That said, I like the pillows and I would love to see you design practical use items. I love handmade things that are pretty and useful. You pretty much do that already. Thanks.

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  23. SueApril 16, 2012 at 2:47 PM

    I follow you on Facebook! I would love to feather my newly done nest(room) with your pillow.
    Thanks!

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  24. SvetlanaApril 16, 2012 at 2:47 PM

    Beautiful pillow, thanks for the chance to win.

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  25. Lynn DunnApril 16, 2012 at 2:55 PM

    Love your birds and beasts--and I am no nature lover! Can always enjoy more birdies and critters.

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  26. Lynn DunnApril 16, 2012 at 2:56 PM

    I follow your blog daily

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  27. UnknownApril 16, 2012 at 2:59 PM

    I love your work and I follow you on facebook!

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  28. DiannApril 16, 2012 at 3:03 PM

    I'd love to win your beautiful pillow. I have in mind to Feather my nest with some placemats, napkins and new kitchen curtains. That should keep me busy.

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  29. terremtApril 16, 2012 at 3:24 PM

    I love the pillow and the birds are special, I love to sit out side and watch the bird at our feeder. I hope I win.

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  30. terremtApril 16, 2012 at 3:25 PM

    I follow you on facebook, and her on your blog.

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  31. IrinaApril 16, 2012 at 3:27 PM

    I plan to finish a couple of bags!
    Your pillow is so beautiful!

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  32. IrinaApril 16, 2012 at 3:28 PM

    I'm a follower too

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  33. JaceyApril 16, 2012 at 3:48 PM

    How exciting that you're participating as a judge in the contest! That sounds like fun! I always adore your designs, Maureen. I wouldn't change a thing about your blog. Keep going!

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  34. JaceyApril 16, 2012 at 3:48 PM

    I follow you here and on flickr!

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  35. AnitaApril 16, 2012 at 3:54 PM

    I would love to win your pillow! As for what to see on your blog, I would say more tutorials or templates. For example, it would be nice to have a "birdie" template to make my own pillow...just in case I don't win, plus dimensions, etc. Thanks!

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  36. AnitaApril 16, 2012 at 3:54 PM

    I'm a follower! Love reading your blog :)

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  37. Jennifer SalterApril 16, 2012 at 4:01 PM

    I'd probably die if I actually won one of your pillows! I'm in LOVE with those birds! I'm sot sure what I'll enter... maybe a mini quilt. Its time to get out of my comfort zone and try some new techniques :)

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  38. Jennifer SalterApril 16, 2012 at 4:01 PM

    I follow along via Facebook and GFC :)

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  39. AnonymousApril 16, 2012 at 4:03 PM

    Wow your pillows are beautiful! Thank you for the chance to win. :)

    Chandice
    brunetteinnoaz@yahoo.com

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  40. StasaLynnApril 16, 2012 at 4:05 PM

    Happy Monday - I am a follower!

    Stacey

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  41. StasaLynnApril 16, 2012 at 4:07 PM

    I LOVE your bird design on the pillow..... I am working on felt ornaments which are similar..... Thanks for sharing all that you do!

    Stacey

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  42. creadientjeApril 16, 2012 at 4:17 PM

    I'm totally crazy about your wonderfull and lovely applique ideas... and love to see more to get inspired :-)

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  43. creadientjeApril 16, 2012 at 4:17 PM

    I follow you on FB!

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  44. NeetaApril 16, 2012 at 4:19 PM

    I am hoping to finish a zig zag pillow for my son. Just the motivation I need! nlogsetty@gmail.com

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  45. AlliApril 16, 2012 at 4:23 PM

    Hm, I like your blog the way it is, but I'm always up for more tutorials! :)

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  46. AlliApril 16, 2012 at 4:23 PM

    I follow your blog in my reader. Thanks for the chance to win! :)

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  47. memmensApril 16, 2012 at 4:39 PM

    Oh my if I won I'd smuggle this pillow into my room otherwise I'm sure a small child (or 2) would want it for their room! I'd love to see more of your sewing/sketching, I find it fascinating and am so envious of your talent! thanks for the chance to win

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  48. memmensApril 16, 2012 at 4:39 PM

    I'm a blog follower too

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  49. Nicole R [[speech teacher ]]April 16, 2012 at 4:41 PM

    That pillow would go PERRRRFECCCTT with my baby's nursery theme! :) :)

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  50. Nicole R [[speech teacher ]]April 16, 2012 at 4:41 PM

    I also follow you on facebook & in real life :) :)

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  51. RamonaApril 16, 2012 at 4:52 PM

    I plan on making new curtains for my living room this spring.

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  52. RamonaApril 16, 2012 at 4:52 PM

    I am a follower on facebook and I just love the pillow. I love birds.

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  53. DarcyApril 16, 2012 at 4:52 PM

    Ooh! Ooh! What a GREAT giveaway! Thanks so much :-)

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  54. DarcyApril 16, 2012 at 4:53 PM

    And I'm happily following your creative journey - thanks for sharing.

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  55. Mary on Lake PulaskiApril 16, 2012 at 5:07 PM

    I follow your blog Maureen!

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  56. Mary on Lake PulaskiApril 16, 2012 at 5:07 PM

    I would love to see more of your process of getting a sketch to a fabric design.

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  57. RoyceApril 16, 2012 at 5:08 PM

    I am so glad to be a part of this giveaway .
    thanks for this chance to win

    roycedavids at gmail dot com

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  58. RoyceApril 16, 2012 at 5:09 PM

    I follow you her and on facebook

    roycedavids at gmail dot com

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  59. SashaApril 16, 2012 at 5:18 PM

    I'm a follower!

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  60. SashaApril 16, 2012 at 5:18 PM

    I love your tutorials, you could never have enough of them!!

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  61. Lucy | Charm About YouApril 16, 2012 at 5:27 PM

    I love your art, when you do really creative and inspirational work that is unlike anyone elses :) More of the same please!

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  62. AnonymousApril 16, 2012 at 5:32 PM

    You may not want to hear this, but you asked. I'd love to see more owls! I miss them.
    welsh(dot)theresa @gmail.com

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  63. AnonymousApril 16, 2012 at 5:33 PM

    I'll follow you anywhere!
    welsh(dot)theresa @gmail

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  64. UnknownApril 16, 2012 at 5:57 PM

    I already get your blog via email.
    Your birdies gave me some great inspiration...I just put some on a child's sundress.

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  65. Jeannie GanApril 16, 2012 at 5:58 PM

    I love reading your blog, you are so inspirational!!
    jchiagan at yahoo dot com

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  66. Jeannie GanApril 16, 2012 at 5:58 PM

    I follow you on FB.
    jchiagan at yahoo dot com

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  67. SarahApril 16, 2012 at 6:01 PM

    I'd love to see more tutorials! But, your blog is so great that you don't need to change much.

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  68. SarahApril 16, 2012 at 6:01 PM

    I'm a follower

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  69. LinzApril 16, 2012 at 6:15 PM

    Congrats on 2500 followers!! I am proud to be one of them!! :)

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  70. LinzApril 16, 2012 at 6:16 PM

    I love everything you put on your blog! I love your stitched ladies and would love to see a whole lot more of them! :)

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  71. GinaApril 16, 2012 at 6:18 PM

    i am a follower

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  72. GinaApril 16, 2012 at 6:19 PM

    i just found your blog thru flickr and love what i have seen so far

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  73. Kristen SandersonApril 16, 2012 at 6:28 PM

    I love seeing all of the projects you are working on. So inspiring! Thanks for the great giveaway. ksanderson@hotmail.ca

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  74. Kristen SandersonApril 16, 2012 at 6:29 PM

    I am also a follower! ksanderson@hotmail.ca

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  75. WiviApril 16, 2012 at 6:35 PM

    I like smaller things (like pillows or table runners) that don't take forever to sew.

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  76. WiviApril 16, 2012 at 6:36 PM

    I'm a follower of your blog.

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  77. TamiApril 16, 2012 at 6:38 PM

    I love the pillow! I like tutorials.

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  78. TamiApril 16, 2012 at 6:39 PM

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  79. ReaderWomanApril 16, 2012 at 6:40 PM

    I would love to see more applique patterns and designs, I am new to doing that - and I am enthralled by the process!

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  80. natskiApril 16, 2012 at 6:41 PM

    Pick me Pick me!!!
    I just adore those little birdies (and everything else you do as well)
    I've already put my name down for the feather your nest sew along/comp and am looking ofrward to seeing what everyone comes up with.
    Congrats on 2500 followers on facebook and thanks for the giveaway :)

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  81. ReaderWomanApril 16, 2012 at 6:41 PM

    I am an avid follower of your blog (via email) and on FB... you inspire me!

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  82. natskiApril 16, 2012 at 6:41 PM

    I'm a follower of your blog

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  83. usagypsyApril 16, 2012 at 6:59 PM

    Love the pillow! Your site is very informative. Wouldn't change a thing!

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  84. usagypsyApril 16, 2012 at 6:59 PM

    I'm a follower!

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  85. Crystal- http://www.sewcreativeblog.comApril 16, 2012 at 7:08 PM

    I absolutely love your blog, your use of color is so inspiring. I find myself pinning so many pictures from your blog on pinterest. Congrats on all of your success. The thing that I would most like to see is more tutorials. :)

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  86. UnknownApril 16, 2012 at 7:08 PM

    I'd love to see more tutorials of the stuff you make. I know these take a long time to create but would love to see more of them.

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  87. Crystal- http://www.sewcreativeblog.comApril 16, 2012 at 7:08 PM

    I follow you on Facebook as well as in my Google Reader. :)

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  88. UnknownApril 16, 2012 at 7:10 PM

    I'm a follower of your amazing blog (suck up or what!?).

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  89. JaymeApril 16, 2012 at 7:10 PM

    I am a follower on facebook!!!!! Thanks Maureen!

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  90. JaymeApril 16, 2012 at 7:11 PM

    I plan on entering but I don't know if time will actually allow it...my plan is to piece some home decor fabric and make a cushion...we'll see if it happens. Thanks again!!!

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  91. JenniferApril 16, 2012 at 7:11 PM

    I love tutorials!! So the more of those, the better!! :-)

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  92. JenniferApril 16, 2012 at 7:12 PM

    I follow you on here and FB!

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  93. Gale, Ky quilterApril 16, 2012 at 7:28 PM

    I love your blog just the way it is. You make so many beautiful things. :)

    p.s. LOVE THE PILLOW!!!

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  94. Gale, Ky quilterApril 16, 2012 at 7:28 PM

    I am already a faithful follower here and on Facebook!!!

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  95. RachelleApril 16, 2012 at 7:29 PM

    I'd like to see more boy appropriate projects; my household is all male aside from me (cats don't count) so flowers and birds aren't so popular. At the moment it's squirrels, guitars, bikes and dinosaurs.

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  96. RachelleApril 16, 2012 at 7:29 PM

    I'm a follower on Google Reader

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  97. LynetteApril 16, 2012 at 7:32 PM

    I've just found you through Stumbles & Stitches, and I love your blog. As a newbie follower I don't know yet what I would especially like to see you blog about, but I'm sure I'll love everything! :-)

    maclyn.crafts@gmail.com

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  98. LynetteApril 16, 2012 at 7:32 PM

    I have also found you on Facebook, and am now a fan!

    maclyn.crafts@gmail.com

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  99. jessie4annApril 16, 2012 at 8:01 PM

    I love everything you post, so keep it all coming! :)

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  100. jessie4annApril 16, 2012 at 8:01 PM

    I follow you!!!

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  101. Emily HApril 16, 2012 at 8:11 PM

    Congrats on being part of feather your nest! Tht is super exciting!

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  102. Kathy Felsted UsherApril 16, 2012 at 8:13 PM

    Thank you for the giveaway opportunity. As a new quilter I would love to see a sample pattern when you show us a new collection, maybe a beginner, intermediate and advance pattern. That would give me an idea of what to do with the material.

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  103. Kathy Felsted UsherApril 16, 2012 at 8:13 PM

    I am also a followers of your blog as well as Facebook- I don't want to take a chance of missing you!

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  104. KristiApril 16, 2012 at 8:21 PM

    I love too see all your designs, especially your stuff made with the little girls on them. Lovely. Thank you for the wonderful giveaway!

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  105. KristiApril 16, 2012 at 8:21 PM

    I am a follower....thank you!!!

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  106. Sammie - Stitches 'n ScrapsApril 16, 2012 at 8:44 PM

    Absolutely lovely! You work is fabulous, so it is very hard to choose a favorite. My current sewing projects include decor for my new scrapbook room and so machine stitches to add to some new greeting card designs.

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  107. Marjorie's Busy CornerApril 16, 2012 at 8:48 PM

    I can't think of anything you could add to your posts. You are doing a fantastic job!!

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  108. Marjorie's Busy CornerApril 16, 2012 at 8:48 PM

    I am definitely a follower

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  109. Sammie - Stitches 'n ScrapsApril 16, 2012 at 8:49 PM

    I've been a Facebook follower for a while. I'm following your blog now as well! Sghartman@hotmail.com

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  110. eholstApril 16, 2012 at 8:51 PM

    Honestly, I don't feel like you need to change anything. And I'm not just sucking up. I think you do a wonderful job :)

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  111. eholstApril 16, 2012 at 8:52 PM

    I follow your blog and your Facebook page!

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  112. UnknownApril 16, 2012 at 8:54 PM

    It's a gorgeous pillow and I'm up to my eyeballs in REAL feathers right now...lots of hens are hatching out chicks. So far we have over 30 little fluff balls. :)

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  113. UnknownApril 16, 2012 at 8:55 PM

    I'm a happy follower and I'd love to see how to do applique. I loved some of your crazy quilt type things and how you showed how to do some of it.

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  114. SuzyMcQApril 16, 2012 at 8:57 PM

    I'm a happy as a bird follower too! Pinned your original birdie pillow weeks ago and just love it!

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  115. AnonymousApril 16, 2012 at 9:08 PM

    I'd love to win this giveaway!

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  116. AnonymousApril 16, 2012 at 9:08 PM

    I'm a follower

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  117. hueiseiApril 16, 2012 at 9:19 PM

    Loved your pillow. Maybe I want to join the contest by submit my handmade pillow too.

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  118. hueiseiApril 16, 2012 at 9:19 PM

    I'm a follower.

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  119. luvdafroggyApril 16, 2012 at 9:25 PM

    I love reading your blog...I'm not sure what I want more of. Maybe more patterns to try at home?

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  120. luvdafroggyApril 16, 2012 at 9:25 PM

    I'm a blog follower. =)

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  121. AnonymousApril 16, 2012 at 9:32 PM

    How precious. Love the birdies!

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  122. Kathy PApril 16, 2012 at 10:01 PM

    I could look at projects with these birds on them all day! They are so adorable! Thanks for the chance to win!

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  123. sdevisserApril 16, 2012 at 10:01 PM

    I'd love to see more of your sketch stitches! Beautiful!

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  124. sdevisserApril 16, 2012 at 10:02 PM

    I follow on Facebook, too!

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  125. Kathy PApril 16, 2012 at 10:02 PM

    I'm a follower of your blog.

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  126. AnnetteApril 16, 2012 at 10:05 PM

    I love this pillow and would love to have a Maureen original!

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  127. AnnetteApril 16, 2012 at 10:06 PM

    I follow you everywhere!

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  128. ljeanneApril 16, 2012 at 10:22 PM

    I love the sweet-tweet pillow. Just keep on doing what you do best.

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  129. DebApril 16, 2012 at 10:25 PM

    Love, love, love the birdie pillow. I would love to win!!! I'm not sure what I would suggest as more of on your blog...it's already wonderful! I would like to learn how to do things I see on your blog, so maybe a quick tutorial here and there.

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  130. DebApril 16, 2012 at 10:26 PM

    I'm one of your blog subscribers!

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  131. SalleyApril 16, 2012 at 10:39 PM

    I love those Birdies. Along with everything I admire on your blog... they are inspirational and creative! Thankyou for the giveaway chance!

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  132. SalleyApril 16, 2012 at 10:40 PM

    I already follow you on FB!

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  133. Rosemary CApril 16, 2012 at 10:46 PM

    I'd like to see anything you want to post, I follow you everyday. Thanks for some great ideas

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  134. Rosemary CApril 16, 2012 at 10:47 PM

    I also follow you on FB, thanks for a second chance entry!

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  135. KarrieApril 16, 2012 at 10:57 PM

    I plan on making something for the contest, but...I'm not sure as of this minute :) I LOVE your pillow. I have to say, I've been following your blog for about a month now, and it is my favorite one out there. I'm so happy you are getting more and more fans that can see all the awesome stuff you make! Karrie

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  136. KarrieApril 16, 2012 at 10:57 PM

    PS I follow your blog and on facebook. Thanks for another awesome giveawy.

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  137. tiffanyApril 16, 2012 at 11:08 PM

    Wow - what a gorgeous pillow! Fingers crossed. :)

    I look forward to all of your posts, but I'd be especially psyched for some tips & tricks for free-motion stitching.

    Thanks for the chance! [And I can't wait to see the contest entries on Flickr.]

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  138. tiffanyApril 16, 2012 at 11:08 PM

    I'm a happy MCH follower.

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  139. SarahApril 16, 2012 at 11:10 PM

    I am new to your blog and am excited to be reading through it..so having said that, I will opt to tell you what I am planning on doing for the feather your nest stitch along... I am going to make some curtains..burlap, muslin-lining, and muslin rosettes to feminize the curtains! Its a vision in my head at the moment...lets hope they turn out great in real life! LOL

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  140. SarahApril 16, 2012 at 11:11 PM

    I just signed up to follow your blog!
    Thanks for all you do!

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  141. Jennifer DApril 16, 2012 at 11:19 PM

    I'm a new follower on FB; yay for creative blogs! :)

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  142. Jennifer DApril 16, 2012 at 11:20 PM

    Hi, I'm a new follower on FB. Yay for discovering a new creative blog! :)

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  143. Kate RApril 16, 2012 at 11:28 PM

    I really love your blog - congrats on 2,500 followers! That's a whole lot of people enjoying what you are sharing :) Really can't think of anything I'd like more of - it's just right :)

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  144. Kate RApril 16, 2012 at 11:28 PM

    And obviously, yes, I follow your blog :)

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  145. CherylApril 16, 2012 at 11:30 PM

    I'm one of your blog and FB followers because I find your ideas so inspiring.

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  146. CherylApril 16, 2012 at 11:32 PM

    I have no suggestions for your blog - I just happily follow along!

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  147. PinspotApril 16, 2012 at 11:32 PM

    I follow you on FB and your blog. Thanks for the chance!

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  148. AnonymousApril 16, 2012 at 11:32 PM

    Fixing my creative space and sewing up a table skirt and slipcover for my office chair.

    Thank you for the chance to win that darling pillow!

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  149. AnonymousApril 16, 2012 at 11:33 PM

    I became your newest follower

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  150. leanneApril 16, 2012 at 11:33 PM

    thanks for such a cute pillow giveaway - I am going to try and find some old fabric this week so I can join in the feather your nest sewalong :)

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  151. PinspotApril 16, 2012 at 11:34 PM

    If I join in the contest, I will make some pillows for my family room. I need to spruce up my house because we're putting it on the market. Maybe I'll make some cute bird pillows like these!

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  152. JaimeApril 16, 2012 at 11:37 PM

    Hi Maureen, I think your work is fabulous. I would be really interested to read how you make curtains, as that is an item I am hoping to make for the Feather Your Nest Contest. Happy spring!

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  153. UnknownApril 16, 2012 at 11:52 PM

    Hi = this little pillow is so cute! I think my little 5 year old niece would love it.

    I'm following you on GFC and was already following you on FB (?) - would love a follow back @ http://familyliteracy2.blogspot.com and
    http://givingnsharing.blogspot.com if you're interested. =D

    Tina 'the book lady'

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  154. UnknownApril 16, 2012 at 11:53 PM

    I'm kind of new to your blog - I love seeing tutorials so if you could share those I'd be very happy. Especially if the tutorial uses items around my house!

    Tina 'the book lady'

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  155. MumsyApril 16, 2012 at 11:59 PM

    I am trying to figure out what to feather my nest with. But I would be delighted with your little pillow!

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  156. MumsyApril 17, 2012 at 12:00 AM

    I also follow you on FB!

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  157. LizApril 17, 2012 at 12:02 AM

    I love your blog - your projects are always an inspiration!

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  158. LizApril 17, 2012 at 12:02 AM

    I follow you on fb:)

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  159. TamieApril 17, 2012 at 12:10 AM

    I love the variety in your blog and dont know that I have any big suggestion. Sorry I'm not more help.

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  160. TamieApril 17, 2012 at 12:10 AM

    I'm a happy follower.

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  161. Jeannie DApril 17, 2012 at 1:00 AM

    I follow you on Facebook

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  162. Jeannie DApril 17, 2012 at 1:01 AM

    I would like to see that tutorial on Free-motion stitching!

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  163. I'm Feelin' CraftyApril 17, 2012 at 2:02 AM

    I follow your blog!

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  164. I'm Feelin' CraftyApril 17, 2012 at 2:02 AM

    And I do plan on entering, but I haven't yet decided what to make...

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  165. KatarinaApril 17, 2012 at 3:42 AM

    I am a happy follower :)

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  166. KatarinaApril 17, 2012 at 3:43 AM

    I'd like to see some tutorials! And thanks for a chance to win your gorgeous pillow!

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  167. AKingApril 17, 2012 at 4:56 AM

    I follow your blog :)

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  168. AKingApril 17, 2012 at 4:57 AM

    I love everything that you do but especially the sketching with thread, I think that is so cool! Thanks for the chance to win your lovely pillow!

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  169. AnnApril 17, 2012 at 6:04 AM

    Beautiful pillow! I love your tutorials. I hope to finish some small useful things to pretty up my sewing "room."

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  170. AnnApril 17, 2012 at 6:04 AM

    And I'm a follower.

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  171. CarolApril 17, 2012 at 6:05 AM

    I am a follower here and on FB!

    sowingstitches [at] yahoo [dot] com

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  172. CarolApril 17, 2012 at 6:08 AM

    I am considering entering the contest.....headed now to locate the details. :)

    sowingstitches [at] yahoo [dot] com

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  173. Donna LeeApril 17, 2012 at 7:45 AM

    I'm a follower her and on Facebook, but either way I love, love ,just simply love this pillow , it's to die for
    P.S thanks for doing what u do

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  174. Lisa BlythApril 17, 2012 at 9:32 AM

    I love your blog and how inspiring and creative it is. Thank you. :)

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  175. Lisa BlythApril 17, 2012 at 9:32 AM

    I'm a follower. :)

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  176. Paige @ Little NostalgiaApril 17, 2012 at 9:37 AM

    WANT! I must have that pillow! So cute!

    I really like seeing stuff you make. I'm still not great with my sewing machine, so watching what other people do is really helpful. :-)

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  177. Ann MartinApril 17, 2012 at 9:40 AM

    I'm happy to have found you via Craft Buds. Your pillow is adorable! I just followed your blog and would love to see more of your handmade designs. If the birds are any indication, I know I'll enjoy seeing what else you do.

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  178. AnonymousApril 17, 2012 at 9:47 AM

    I love your pillows! I plan to do the finishing touch on a small blanket I am giving for a silent auction to raise money for Relay for Life that my niece is doing.
    kris = someyarns@yahoo.com

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  179. Connie Kresin CampbellApril 17, 2012 at 9:51 AM

    I'm already a follower, congrats on so many followers!

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  180. Connie Kresin CampbellApril 17, 2012 at 9:52 AM

    Tutorials are always fun to come and see more of! I'm off to check out Stumbles & Stitches.

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  181. ✾Jamie Lee Cooley✾April 17, 2012 at 9:59 AM

    I am a follower. Love those birdies!

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  182. ✾Jamie Lee Cooley✾April 17, 2012 at 9:59 AM

    I just love seeing the pretty things you create, whether for inspiration or just eye candy.

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  183. MonicaApril 17, 2012 at 10:12 AM

    I would love to bring that gorgeous pillow home. Thanks for the opportunity. Congrats on having so many followers and getting so much satisfaction from blogging.

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  184. RosaApril 17, 2012 at 10:13 AM

    Love your pillow and hope you win.Good luck!

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  185. RosaApril 17, 2012 at 10:15 AM

    Of course,I`m one of your happy followe and hope more to come!!

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  186. MonicaApril 17, 2012 at 10:16 AM

    I am a new follower!

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  187. ElsaApril 17, 2012 at 10:16 AM

    Just found your blog and I'm really loving this pillow and that it's a giveaway prize!
    I love applique and would really like to see more of it!
    Thanks so much for the chance!

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  188. ElsaApril 17, 2012 at 10:17 AM

    And, I'm a follower of your blog too ~ looking forward to seeing what's next!

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  189. LarissaApril 17, 2012 at 10:18 AM

    I'd love more tutorials!

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  190. LarissaApril 17, 2012 at 10:18 AM

    I follow the blog!

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  191. UnknownApril 17, 2012 at 10:26 AM

    Love your Blog. You always provide inspiration and motivation. Thank you. I love the colors choices for your chevrons. My house is going grey with blue, teal and cream accents. I have been trying to incorporate another unexpected pop of color into my palate and orange just might do the trick. I have tons of small (1"-2") fabric samples to re-purpose into something. Normally, I would just put these samples into a scrap bag and wait for the "perfect" project to use them on. No waiting this time, I need to get busy.

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  192. UnknownApril 17, 2012 at 10:30 AM

    Oops! Forgot email. ceejay3786@gmail.com. Thanks again:)

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  193. Sam I Am......April 17, 2012 at 11:13 AM

    I love your pillow and I love birds! How sweet it is! Please enter me in your giveaway and thank you for your blog as even though I don't get to sew much right now it keeps me inspired and makes me happy to see what you make.

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  194. Sam I Am......April 17, 2012 at 11:16 AM

    Oh! I also follow your blog! Thanks again for having this giveaway and congrats on all your followers! You deserve it! I love sewing, embroidery, felted wool applique and crocheting and knitting and rug hooking and quilting...the list goes on and on! I'm a fiber nut! LOL!

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  195. marymacApril 17, 2012 at 11:30 AM

    I always notice your pillows in all of your photos. Your applique work is gorgeous.

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  196. marymacApril 17, 2012 at 11:31 AM

    I am a follower.

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  197. Cynthia TaylorApril 17, 2012 at 11:43 AM

    Love this pillow! You are such an inspiration. :)

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  198. Cynthia TaylorApril 17, 2012 at 11:43 AM

    I happily follow your blog!

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  199. WendyApril 17, 2012 at 11:52 AM

    I just want you to continue posting the way you do. I love your posts, you are so talented and so seeing your work is a real treat!

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  200. UnknownApril 17, 2012 at 1:25 PM

    I already love your blog the way it is, but tutorials are always welcome! I've been eyeing the birdies you've been making and I'd love to win this pillow!

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