Monday, November 5, 2012

Introducing Poppy + Simply Fat Quarters Giveaway!

Hey y'all! I have a new quilt and a pretty good giveaway to share, so let's get right to it!


Meet Poppy! The pattern for Poppy was designed by the super-lovely and talented owner of Fat Quarter Shop, Kimberly Jolly, and is featured in their new book release (under the It's Sew Emma designation) Simply Fat Quarters! I was pretty excited when Kim asked me to participate in this little tour for the new book and elected to make this lap-sized version of Poppy out of the new line from Denyse Schmidt - Chicopee. Chicopee has a lovely hand and I am absolutely in love with the bursts of raspberry and chartreuse in the prints.

Unfortunately, due to the rather windy conditions in Toronto caused by Hurricane Sandy, I was unable to get a picture of the back of the quilt. While taking the front ones the wind picked up some much that the quilt actually flew off of the fence and I had to chase it down. I figured it would be safer to just go with what I had and not risk losing the quilt all together.


I quilted Poppy using straight double lines on the diagonal and spaced them sort of unevenly where they cross so that the spaces for both larger and smaller squares and rectangles. Makes it kind of fun I think!


Simply Fat Quarters features 10 fat quarter friendly projects in a range of sizes. The pattern for Poppy comes in four sizes - Crib, Lap, Twin, and King - and includes great diagrams and step-by-step instructions. This is actually the first time that I've ever made a quilt using a pattern and I must say that it was a bit of a challenge for me not to go and change things and do them a bit differently! Not because of the pattern itself of course, that's just the way I am!


So I bet you want to know about the giveaway, eh? Well, there will be four prizes... yes, that's right, I said four! One very lucky winner will win a copy of Simply Fat Quarters along with a kit to make my version of Poppy - that's a heck of a lot of Chicopee! Another three winners will each win a copy of Simply Fat Quarters - not too shabby!

You have two chances but please be sure to leave separate comments for each entry. Here's what you've got to do:

1. Leave a comment letting my know your favourite way to use fat quarters.
If you have a link to a pattern/tutorial that would be great!
It doesn't have to be a quilt - I'm looking for some good gift ideas here!

2. Leave another comment if you are a follower of my blog.

That's it! Two easy-peasy ways to enter! I will close the comments in a week (November 12th) and announce the winner here on the blog. International entries are, as always, welcome! Also, please remember that I have comment moderation enabled so if you don't see your comment right away it just means that I haven't had the chance to approve it yet (duplicate comments will be deleted).

*the giveaway is now closed*
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372 comments:

  1. Sarah FredetteNovember 5, 2012 at 11:00 AM

    My favorite gift/way to use fat quarters are pouches. Who doesn't need more bags? Jeni Baker has a great tutorial, and NoodleHead's wide mouth pouch are two of my favorites.

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  2. Sarah FredetteNovember 5, 2012 at 11:01 AM

    I follow your blog. Thanks for the second chance!!!

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  3. AnnaNovember 5, 2012 at 11:01 AM

    I follow your blog!

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  4. AnnaNovember 5, 2012 at 11:02 AM

    I buy fat quarters to use for most of my quilting projects, in fact I look for patterns that call for them as it's an easy (and more affordable) way to get lots of different prints to play with! Would love a copy of this book and I adore your quilt! Thanks for the give away!

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  5. Kathy in VANovember 5, 2012 at 11:03 AM

    I like to use fat quarters to do a lot of things, but seasonal tablerunners are one of my favorites!

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  6. Kathy in VANovember 5, 2012 at 11:04 AM

    I am a follower of your blog!!

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  7. Mary on Lake PulaskiNovember 5, 2012 at 11:06 AM

    I just used a stack of fat quarters to make the machine pieced hexagon quilt that is on my blog right now.

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  8. Mary on Lake PulaskiNovember 5, 2012 at 11:06 AM

    I follow your blog.

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  9. AllisonNovember 5, 2012 at 11:08 AM

    I'm a follower! :)

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  10. AllisonNovember 5, 2012 at 11:11 AM

    hmmm, my fav use of FQs... Does leaving them out where I can gaze longingly at them and stroking them count? But wait, thats not a gift idea. How about fabric covered journals?

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  11. VioNovember 5, 2012 at 11:14 AM

    So far, my favorite way to use fat quarters is in Camille Roskelley's Swoon pattern. I'm making a king size with 16 blocks. That means 32 different fat quarters!

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  12. VioNovember 5, 2012 at 11:14 AM

    I follow your blog. Thank you!

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  13. DianeYNovember 5, 2012 at 11:26 AM

    I love fat-quarter friendly quilts. it's so fun to put a whorl range of a line of fabric together in one quilt

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  14. JodiNovember 5, 2012 at 11:27 AM

    I've been making all different sizes of drawstring bags with FQs. Pattern is from Rachel at "InColorOrder." Thanks for the marvelous chance, and your quilt is gorgeous!

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  15. DianeYNovember 5, 2012 at 11:27 AM

    I'm a follower

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  16. ArianeNovember 5, 2012 at 11:29 AM

    Your quilt is gorgeous!! I love using fat quarters. It's the perfect way to get a variety a fabrics that I love without having to buy big pieces. I use fat quarters for bags, quilts and little gifts. I keep every little piece of fabric and usually end up using it in many projects.

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  17. ArianeNovember 5, 2012 at 11:30 AM

    I'm a follower!!

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  18. freakadoodlesNovember 5, 2012 at 11:34 AM

    I like to make Rae Hoekstra's Buttercup Bag. It's cute, it's free, and the whole exterior and strap can be made with one fat quarter.

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  19. freakadoodlesNovember 5, 2012 at 11:35 AM

    I am a follower!

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  20. JenniffierNovember 5, 2012 at 11:35 AM

    I seem to use a strip here and a strip there of my fat quarters so they end up showing up in lots of my quilts.

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  21. JenniffierNovember 5, 2012 at 11:35 AM

    I am a follwer

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  22. LauraNovember 5, 2012 at 11:42 AM

    I like to use fat quarters for little zipper and drawstring bags which I use as knitting project bags or gift bags. You have a beautiful quilt there!

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  23. LauraNovember 5, 2012 at 11:42 AM

    I follow your blog via Google Reader.

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  24. Allison CNovember 5, 2012 at 11:48 AM

    I love using fqs for a way to have more variety of prints and colors in patterns. I used them to make a very colorful drunkards path quilt recently.

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  25. Allison CNovember 5, 2012 at 11:48 AM

    I follow

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  26. wobblybobbinNovember 5, 2012 at 11:49 AM

    I'm definitely into sewing them up into little pouches - especially great for gifts, everyone needs a zippy pouch!

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  27. wobblybobbinNovember 5, 2012 at 11:50 AM

    I love your blog, your quilts are all so beautiful!

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  28. RebeccaNovember 5, 2012 at 11:50 AM

    This is my current favorite way to use FQs - it's Ashley (FITF)'s rectangle squared quilt block and it is perfect for FQs. Very little waste and makes a great quilt.

    http://www.filminthefridge.com/2010/10/20/rectangle-squared-a-quilt-block-tutorial/

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  29. RebeccaNovember 5, 2012 at 11:51 AM

    I've been a happy follower of yours for awhile now :)

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  30. Petit Design Co.November 5, 2012 at 11:52 AM

    I follow your blog

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  31. Petit Design Co.November 5, 2012 at 11:53 AM

    I love using FQ's for baby quilts (yeah, I know sooo original)

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  32. KathrynNovember 5, 2012 at 11:58 AM

    I just used a pile of my CW fat quarters to make Jacob's Ladder blocks for a quilt. It's one of my favorite patterns.

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  33. KathrynNovember 5, 2012 at 11:59 AM

    I'm a blog follower via Google Reader.

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  34. Dresden LaneNovember 5, 2012 at 12:02 PM

    Nice - so cute! I love to use fat quarters for making pincushions - there's always enough fabric.

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  35. Dresden LaneNovember 5, 2012 at 12:02 PM

    Just became a follower.

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  36. CeciliaNovember 5, 2012 at 12:04 PM

    I like to use fat quarters to make the Runabout bag by LazyGirl designs. I will be making some for Christmas gifts this year.

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  37. CeciliaNovember 5, 2012 at 12:05 PM

    I'm a follower.

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  38. MeganNovember 5, 2012 at 12:11 PM

    I recently made this quilt with my own design using fat quarters...

    http://thelifeofmegananne.blogspot.com/2012/10/monsters-dinos-and-vikings.html

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  39. MeganNovember 5, 2012 at 12:12 PM

    And yes, I follow your blog in my google reader! :)

    Thanks for hosting the give away!

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  40. Paula TouheyNovember 5, 2012 at 12:12 PM

    I love to fat quarters to make little craft projects like mug rug mats.

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  41. Paula TouheyNovember 5, 2012 at 12:13 PM

    I am now a follower. I just saw your article in the new Sew Fresh magazine. Love the placemats.

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  42. Debora ExumNovember 5, 2012 at 12:15 PM

    I use fat quarters in quilts mostly and love patterns that let me stack them up and cut them all the same way. To me, fat quarters are like fabric candy...just enough to get a good taste, but not so much that I feel stuffed.

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  43. Debora ExumNovember 5, 2012 at 12:16 PM

    I follow your blog. Thanks for the great give away.

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  44. KayNovember 5, 2012 at 12:18 PM

    I follow your blog. I really like the way the pattern stands out on the white background making it look really fresh.
    ks(dot)eyles(at)yahoo(dot)co(dot)uk

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  45. Little PincushionNovember 5, 2012 at 12:18 PM

    I follow your blog!

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  46. KayNovember 5, 2012 at 12:20 PM

    At the minute I am really enjoying making hexagons and cutting up my fat quarters for a hexagon flower shower.
    ks(dot)eyles(at)yahoo(dot)co(dot)uk

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  47. EllynNovember 5, 2012 at 12:22 PM

    I can stretch a pack of fat quarters farther than anyone I know! Patchwork aprons, bags, zip pouches, mini quilts... you name it!

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  48. Little PincushionNovember 5, 2012 at 12:22 PM

    I love to use fat quarters for my quilts. It's nice having the whole line so everything coordinates perfectly!

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  49. EllynNovember 5, 2012 at 12:23 PM

    oh and I am now a follower. I thought I already was, but I guess not. I usually hop over here from Facebook

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  50. Sonia BNovember 5, 2012 at 12:27 PM

    I just use them for quilts. Thanks for the chance.

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  51. Sonia BNovember 5, 2012 at 12:27 PM

    I follow. Thanks so much!

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  52. SandyNovember 5, 2012 at 12:33 PM

    I am so in love with this quilt! I use FQs for so many things, but lately I have been using them when I applique baby onesies. I usually don't need a whole lot of fabric, so the small size is perfect!

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  53. SandyNovember 5, 2012 at 12:33 PM

    I follow your blog :)

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  54. HalfPintNovember 5, 2012 at 12:40 PM

    I have made several checkbook covers from this tutorial by Crazy Mom Quilts: http://crazymomquilts.blogspot.com/2008/09/gifts-to-create-for-christmas-08.html

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  55. HalfPintNovember 5, 2012 at 12:41 PM

    I follow your blog and I love it!

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  56. Lisa EnglandNovember 5, 2012 at 12:45 PM

    I make lots of scrappy quilts so FQs work fine for that. And a single FQ might appear in several quilts, if the pieces aren't too big. I think quilts with lots of different fabrics are interesting to look at. Plus if you're giving them as gifts, lots of variety in colors and patterns means they will look good with most any decor.

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  57. Lisa EnglandNovember 5, 2012 at 12:46 PM

    I follow your blog. Love your quilt!

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  58. CatherineNovember 5, 2012 at 12:47 PM

    I follow your blog.

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  59. CatherineNovember 5, 2012 at 12:47 PM

    I like to make pouches with fat quarters ... or patchwork pillowcases.

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  60. Meredith PrestonNovember 5, 2012 at 12:59 PM

    I love making scrappy little cup cozies for my friends - I'll search around on my pinterest board to see if I can find a tutorial.

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  61. Meredith PrestonNovember 5, 2012 at 12:59 PM

    and I'm a follower!

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  62. Stephanie GraniteNovember 5, 2012 at 1:00 PM

    I like using fat quarters to make scrappy looking projects.

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  63. Stephanie GraniteNovember 5, 2012 at 1:00 PM

    I'm a follower

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  64. TamieNovember 5, 2012 at 1:00 PM

    My stash is almost all fat quarters and I have quite a collection. It lets me be scrappy. If I need more yardage for a quilt, I usually buy it from the start. Sew Mama Sew's blog has a great hand made series going right now with gift ideas. Thanks for participating in the tour.

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  65. TamieNovember 5, 2012 at 1:01 PM

    I'm happily following.

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  66. AnonymousNovember 5, 2012 at 1:08 PM

    I use fat quarters for applique, in pictures as well as in quilts. I've also used fq to make pot holders & table runners.

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  67. TerryNovember 5, 2012 at 1:23 PM

    I follow your blog

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  68. Mom2RyandSisNovember 5, 2012 at 1:23 PM

    Love your quilt! I am working on a Swoon quilt which uses fat quarters! and I love fat quarters for bags!

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  69. Carolyn S.November 5, 2012 at 1:23 PM

    I'm a big fan of scrappy quilts, so I end up using my fat quarters strip by strip or square by square in a number of projects.

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  70. Carolyn S.November 5, 2012 at 1:24 PM

    I also follow your blog. Thanks for the opportunity to win! I love Chicopee.

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  71. TerryNovember 5, 2012 at 1:25 PM

    I love fat quarters for paper piecing, for purses exteriors and linings, for appliques, and on and on. They're lovely fun! I just made an apron tunic yesterday and appliqued flowers on the pockets and used fat quarters.

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  72. kbzelaznyNovember 5, 2012 at 1:29 PM

    I love to make little bags and pouches. Fantastic giveaway-thanks!

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  73. JessNovember 5, 2012 at 1:36 PM

    Made by Rae has a great tutorial for making a bag from one fat quarter. It's an awesome, quick gift.

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  74. JessNovember 5, 2012 at 1:37 PM

    I'm also a follower. Thanks!

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  75. Tara CelesteNovember 5, 2012 at 1:41 PM

    I know you said it doesn't have to be a quilt, but that would definitely be my favorite way to use fat quarters! Thanks for the chance to win :)

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  76. Lia*s HandmadesNovember 5, 2012 at 1:41 PM

    I like fatquarters because I usually have small projects, I love making potholders, for example apples, pumpkins, plums etc, all with stripes of different fabric, or small wallets and bags. Fatquarters are awesome because you don't have so much of the same yardage, just a good amount to make something out of it :)

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  77. Lia*s HandmadesNovember 5, 2012 at 1:41 PM

    I am also following this blog through Google Reader :)

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  78. Brooke @ little b quiltsNovember 5, 2012 at 1:57 PM

    Hmmm, I have a stack of fat quarters waiting to be made into a Swoon quilt...otherwise mostly small projects: wetbags, burp cloths, baby stuff ;-)

    brookeali(at)hotmail.com

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  79. CJNovember 5, 2012 at 2:07 PM

    I like to COLLECT fat quarters to make various quilts - Swoon is on the list, French Roses, Scout, Flower Girl and Rubrix! So the answer would be quilts!

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  80. memmensNovember 5, 2012 at 2:07 PM

    Lovely pattern, gorgeous quilt.
    I love making bags with FQ's, couple of FQ tutes here:
    http://maureencracknellhandmade.blogspot.co.uk/2012/05/four-fat-quarter-apron-tutorial.html
    http://www.rileyblakedesigns.com/blog/2012/07/25/project-design-team-wednesdayfat-quarter-tote/
    I've not used either of them yet but they are on my list!

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  81. CJNovember 5, 2012 at 2:07 PM

    I am a follower of your blog and would LOVE to win the book. Your version of the quilt is beautiful.

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  82. memmensNovember 5, 2012 at 2:08 PM

    I'm a blog follower - thanks for the giveaway

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  83. Sarah CraigNovember 5, 2012 at 2:09 PM

    Love your quilt! Fat quarters are so useful to make quick quilts out of - if you've bought a bundle, all the matching part is done for you! I've got a pattern I really want to try soon - Christmas gifts, you know? Here's the link... http://tearosehome.blogspot.com/2009/08/tutorial-five-fat-quaters-scarf.html .... for a great scarf that should make a great gift for our quilt group's "Dirty Santa" gift-giving party!

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  84. JessicaNovember 5, 2012 at 2:09 PM

    I love to use fat quarters to make dresses and skirts for my daughter, while she's small. Not a whole lot of guessing or waste!

    snickerdoodlestew (at) gmail (dot) com

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  85. Sarah CraigNovember 5, 2012 at 2:09 PM

    And of course I follow your blog!!! Wouldn't miss it!!

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  86. JessicaNovember 5, 2012 at 2:10 PM

    I'm a follower of your blog!

    snickerdoodlestew (at) gmail (dot) com

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  87. quiltmaNovember 5, 2012 at 2:11 PM

    I am a new follower

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  88. Terrie D. (StarSpry)November 5, 2012 at 2:11 PM

    What a beautiful quilt! I like using fat quarters for small projects. These Small Treat Totes are great for gift-giving! http://www.allpeoplequilt.com/projects-ideas/bags-pillows/small-treat-tote_1.html

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  89. quiltmaNovember 5, 2012 at 2:12 PM

    I love scrap quilts so I use alot in those. I also use them on table runners.

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  90. JenniferNovember 5, 2012 at 2:13 PM

    I have been tearing up my fat quarter stash with the Perfect 10 pattern by Swirly Girls. LOVE IT!! http://www.swirlygirlsdesign.com/8770wp/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/Perfect-Ten-2012-Cover.jpg

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  91. Kate BrownNovember 5, 2012 at 2:13 PM

    I love using fat quarters on my quilts but I recently made a set of placemats, mug rugs, and potholders as a gift and it turned out so pretty with all the coordinating colors. I Love your quilt and the fabric you used in it. I would love a chance to win. Thanks!!

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  92. Kate BrownNovember 5, 2012 at 2:14 PM

    I follow your blog :)

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  93. pkmegsNovember 5, 2012 at 2:15 PM

    I use FQ's for bags, pouches - more recently I have been using them for bags for my boys to keep their toys tidy.

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  94. pkmegsNovember 5, 2012 at 2:16 PM

    I am a follower.

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  95. barbara woodsNovember 5, 2012 at 2:16 PM

    i put them in blocks

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  96. barbara woodsNovember 5, 2012 at 2:16 PM

    i follow your blog

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  97. Student Entrepreneur November 5, 2012 at 2:19 PM

    I love to make sewing machine covers with my fat quarters!! Also baby blankets.

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  98. Student Entrepreneur November 5, 2012 at 2:19 PM

    I am a follower

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  99. Nicole @ Patchwork Duck DesignsNovember 5, 2012 at 2:20 PM

    I love fat quarters for small projects - bags, zippy pouches, mug rugs, etc.!

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  100. LisaNovember 5, 2012 at 2:21 PM

    You will laugh but right now I am using a lot of fat quarters to decorate the shelves in my new craft closet. I'm building my stash! I love to quilt though and I am trying to learn everything I can. Would love to win this book.
    lisamcgriff@hotmail.com

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  101. supersara20November 5, 2012 at 2:21 PM

    I follow your blog!

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  102. KennaNovember 5, 2012 at 2:22 PM

    I am totally boring. Most of my fat quarters End up as quilts!! Either that or use them to make letters to appliqué on hooded towels!
    Thank you for the giveaway!

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  103. supersara20November 5, 2012 at 2:23 PM

    I love making pouches and patchwork items out of fat quarters, I also use them more for swaps as a thank you and for cutting a few small pieces off for bees.

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  104. Nancy D.November 5, 2012 at 2:23 PM

    Currently my favorite use for the FQ is probably just eye candy. I have so many things I want to make with them! Blankets, bags, pillows, etc.

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  105. Nancy D.November 5, 2012 at 2:23 PM

    I'm a follower

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  106. PoppyprintNovember 5, 2012 at 2:24 PM

    I most often use sets of 2 coordinating FQ's to make two thread catchers at a time.

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  107. KennaNovember 5, 2012 at 2:24 PM

    I am a new follower!! You have a great stuff on your blog I'm excited.

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  108. PoppyprintNovember 5, 2012 at 2:25 PM

    And I follow you, Kaye. Your Chicopee version of Poppy is lovely!

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  109. KimNovember 5, 2012 at 2:27 PM

    I am relatively new to quilting/sewing, so I don't have many patterns to share with you. I do love collecting fat quarters though and tend to prefer scrappier quilts where I can use my collection.

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  110. KimNovember 5, 2012 at 2:28 PM

    I am also a follower.

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  111. GillNovember 5, 2012 at 2:33 PM

    Fabulous quilt and I love Chicopee too!
    I like to make totes for Christmas to fill with gifts!

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  112. Linda R.November 5, 2012 at 2:39 PM

    I love to use fat quarters in a themed quilt to keep it cohesive.

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  113. Linda R.November 5, 2012 at 2:39 PM

    I follow your blog

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  114. TwiggyNovember 5, 2012 at 2:42 PM

    I've yet to break into my fat quarter collection! I've been saving them for about a year now but haven't found the right project, yet.

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  115. UnknownNovember 5, 2012 at 2:44 PM

    I just love to use Fat quarters to make quilts (and LOTs of them). An easy way to get lots of variety.

    lawton_linda (at) yahoo (dot) com

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  116. TwiggyNovember 5, 2012 at 2:44 PM

    I also follow your blog. I am from Toronto but now live in the UK.

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  117. UnknownNovember 5, 2012 at 2:45 PM

    I just started to follow your blog.

    lawton_linda (at) yahoo (dot) com

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  118. B GreeneNovember 5, 2012 at 2:45 PM

    If Fat Quareters aren't going into a quilt, then they are probably going to be a pouch. Honestly - some of them are just there to look at, dream about, and lovingly touch occasionally. (I have a bit of a problem) Thanks for the chance to win - love your version of poppy!

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  119. B GreeneNovember 5, 2012 at 2:46 PM

    I am a happy follower of your blog.

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  120. JoNovember 5, 2012 at 2:47 PM

    I am a follower :)

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  121. SallieNovember 5, 2012 at 2:47 PM

    I love to use fat quarters in quilts. Thanks for the great giveaway!

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  122. JoNovember 5, 2012 at 2:48 PM

    I like fat quarters to make wall hangings, particularly when doing appliqué patterns.

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  123. KarenNovember 5, 2012 at 2:53 PM

    I've done a couple full sized quilts with fat quarters. My first quilt was a Turning Twenty. I love that quilt!

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  124. JantineNovember 5, 2012 at 2:56 PM

    Well, I usually cut them into lots of small pieces for several quilts. Found myself drawn to SWOON from Camille from the blog Simplify to use up some FQ´s with bigger prints!

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  125. JantineNovember 5, 2012 at 2:57 PM

    I became a follower straight away. Love your profile picture :-)

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  126. sbsudburyNovember 5, 2012 at 3:02 PM

    Hi there...thanks for the opportunity to win this great giveaway. My favourite way to use fat quarters is in simple but beautifully designed quilts. I love those designed by designed by Amy Friend of duringquiettime.blogspot.com. She has a free download today at this blog:
    http://artgalleryfabrics.typepad.com/weblog/2012/11/fat-quarter-gang-baby-bows-quilt-tutorial-by-during-quiet-time.html

    sharon.bourque@sympatico.ca

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  127. Lisa ENovember 5, 2012 at 3:05 PM

    I don't make many quilts, but I find a lot of inspiration at the Moda Bake shop. They have so many great free patterns! I also prowl the library and check out craft books.

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  128. VickiTNovember 5, 2012 at 3:06 PM

    Your quilt is gorgeous. I really love the fabrics and the way you used them. Beautiful.

    Wait! WHAT? We're supposed to USE all the fat quarters I've been collecting? oops.
    Ha. kidding. I use them in a lot of ways from quilts to little gifts and they're still the perfect size for my 8 month old Granddaughter for little outfits since she's so small.

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  129. VickiTNovember 5, 2012 at 3:07 PM

    I am already a follower of your blog.

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  130. ~Kelie~November 5, 2012 at 3:10 PM

    I like using FQs for a lot of different things, they are great to make pouches, pillow cases, mini quilts and quilts and soooo much more! I don't have a particular link to share tho (sorry) Thanks for the chance to win!

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  131. Rebeckah AustinNovember 5, 2012 at 3:14 PM

    Love the quilt! And I follow you!

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  132. Cynthia MNovember 5, 2012 at 3:16 PM

    My favorite way to use FQs is making oven mitts to give as holiday gifts.

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  133. Rebeckah AustinNovember 5, 2012 at 3:18 PM

    Well it is not really a tut or pattern but it is an idea. A few of us at church got together and made pillocases for the local Children's hospital. http://www.flickr.com/photos/handmadebyrebeckah/8139747129/in/photostream

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  134. JanessaNovember 5, 2012 at 3:22 PM

    I follow!

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  135. KarrieNovember 5, 2012 at 3:23 PM

    I'm a follower

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  136. JanessaNovember 5, 2012 at 3:24 PM

    I am new to all of this...however my fav is just a simple patchwork! Also, a simple pouch would be cool too!

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  137. ritainalaskaNovember 5, 2012 at 3:25 PM

    i use fq's mostly for cutting applique pieces, but will use them for a good fq pattern like 'poppy' that likes to show off coordinated fabrics like 'chickopee!'

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  138. KarrieNovember 5, 2012 at 3:25 PM

    I've been just cutting them into squares or using them in blocks. thanks for the chance to win!!

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  139. JohannaNovember 5, 2012 at 3:26 PM

    I use fat quarters mostly for my quilty projects but I do admit to making cosmetic pouches, clutches or other handbags out of them :)

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  140. Heidi StaplesNovember 5, 2012 at 3:26 PM

    I use fat quarters for everything -- zipper pouches, scrappy projects, and quilts. I love their versatility!

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  141. ritainalaskaNovember 5, 2012 at 3:26 PM

    i'm a follower! thanx for a great giveaway :)

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  142. Heidi StaplesNovember 5, 2012 at 3:27 PM

    I'm a follower too!

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  143. jlkNovember 5, 2012 at 3:36 PM

    Who doesn't love a good fat quarter? I have been eyeing this book and will ask Santa to bring it if I don't win one :)

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  144. Addie KNovember 5, 2012 at 3:37 PM

    Oh, this is fantastic! Chicopee is inspiring me to learn to quilt because I want to make one for our master bedroom using these fabrics. I love your vintage-modern style quilt using these fabrics. I am more of a garment/home dec sewer so I tend to use fat quarters for details on clothing like pockets/collars/cuffs etc or in making pillows or bags.
    I love my bed organizer: http://sewmamasew.com/blog2/2008/09/sewing-for-the-home-hanging-bed-organizer/ Thank you for the giveaway.

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  145. Addie KNovember 5, 2012 at 3:38 PM

    i also follow your blog on facebook :)

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  146. MartinaNovember 5, 2012 at 3:40 PM

    I love to buy FQ's to add to my stash. And mostly use them to make small quilts, tablerunners and pillows.

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  147. MartinaNovember 5, 2012 at 3:41 PM

    Your quilt is so lovely! Thanks so much for another chance being a follower!

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  148. JudyNovember 5, 2012 at 3:41 PM

    Noodlehead's gathered clutch is my go-to quick gift from FQs! Thanks for the great giveaway!

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  149. JudyNovember 5, 2012 at 3:41 PM

    I'm also a follower! Thanks!

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  150. iowatallgirlNovember 5, 2012 at 3:43 PM

    I have been using fat quarters to make dresses for my new granddaughter. I found the directions here: http://www.themotherhuddle.com/tutorial-fat-quarter-pillow-case-dress

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  151. iowatallgirlNovember 5, 2012 at 3:44 PM

    I have not been a follower of your site but have enjoyed what I've viewed thus far and will sign up to follow your blog. Thanks for the contest.

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  152. JodieNovember 5, 2012 at 3:53 PM

    I mostly use fat quarters for quilts, also sometimes little things like bags or crayon rolls for the kids.

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  153. JulieNovember 5, 2012 at 3:54 PM

    Cute quilt! I love fat quarters in quilts, baby quilt especially because you typically don't need that many to begin with.

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  154. Jodi - usairdollNovember 5, 2012 at 3:57 PM

    What a gorgeous quilt! I use fat quarters all the time. I've made quilts, tablerunners and bags.

    Thank you and FQS for a generous giveaway and a chance to win. Four winners! How wonderful!

    usairdoll(at)gmail(dot)com

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  155. JulieNovember 5, 2012 at 3:58 PM

    I am a new follower!

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  156. Jodi - usairdollNovember 5, 2012 at 3:58 PM

    I'm a follower of your blog.

    Thanks again for a chance to win.

    usairdoll(at)gmail(dot)com

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  157. SewgirlyNovember 5, 2012 at 4:04 PM

    I don't have a favorite way to use my fqs, I have sooo many, that's why I desperately need this beautiful book. Very generous of you Kaye!

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  158. AnonymousNovember 5, 2012 at 4:20 PM

    I use fat quarters to make quilts, table runners and wall hangings. from terriud at atcjet.net

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  159. UnknownNovember 5, 2012 at 4:23 PM

    I found a picture on pinterest that shows how to cut a fat quarter into layer cake, charm square, and jelly roll pieces. I love it!

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  160. UnknownNovember 5, 2012 at 4:28 PM

    I love baby blankets, and my favorite block to use is "Contrary Wife." I'm sure it's got other names, but that one I adore.

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  161. UnknownNovember 5, 2012 at 4:29 PM

    I am also a follower

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  162. CraftluverNovember 5, 2012 at 4:32 PM

    I love to use FQᷰs for easy to sew quilts, like the four patch or nine patch that are cut twice (9 patch) or 4 times(4 patch). It is easy to make and the fabrics really stand out. You can those quilts in a lot less time than normal as you donᷰt need math to figure out all sizes. The fabrics stand out in these blocks and make the quilt. There are links on youtube from the Missouri Star quilt compagny to show how these easy cut methods are done. I also would love the book of Kimberly as most books are about jellyrols or charm packs but none about quilts made with FQ bundles. Love this new quilt you made! Great quilting too!
    Marianna Bergkamp
    The Netherlands



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  163. CraftluverNovember 5, 2012 at 4:34 PM

    I am a follower of your blog too! I have checked it out and lovewhat I have seen so far! Great colours!

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  164. The Hungry CrafterNovember 5, 2012 at 4:38 PM

    I'm also a big fan of using FQs to make pouches and baskets. I have a bad habit of being a pack rat, and pouches and baskets are great for hiding my unsightly messes!

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  165. Matt and Robyn ConnersNovember 5, 2012 at 4:45 PM

    I haven't used fat quarters yet because I just started sewing. I am super excited to try though!! I am just learning about the endless possibilities!!

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  166. Matt and Robyn ConnersNovember 5, 2012 at 4:46 PM

    I am now following your blog :-)

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  167. RebeccaNovember 5, 2012 at 4:46 PM

    I love using them for accessories - small totes, notebook covers, chequebook covers, etc.
    ourbusylittlbunch(at)hotmail(dot)com

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  168. RebeccaNovember 5, 2012 at 4:46 PM

    I follow :)

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  169. Quilts, Cakes and Other FunNovember 5, 2012 at 4:52 PM

    I really love scrappy quilts so FQ bundles are great to get that look. lisaursino@msn.com

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  170. Quilts, Cakes and Other FunNovember 5, 2012 at 4:53 PM

    I am a follower of your blog. lisaursino@msn.com

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  171. BethNovember 5, 2012 at 4:56 PM

    When I'm in a hurry (Christmas quilts begun in November...) I like fat quarters for "stack and whack" type quilts. I've made some cute crazy quilt and log cabin types this way, and just bought a Buggy Barn book I'm excited to get started on.

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  172. BethNovember 5, 2012 at 4:57 PM

    I follow you. Thanks for the giveaway.

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  173. Sophia1November 5, 2012 at 4:58 PM

    Just started sewing - hoping to make a lap quilt next so thought i would use fat quarters for that!

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  174. Sophia1November 5, 2012 at 4:59 PM

    Just became a follower!

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  175. EllaNovember 5, 2012 at 5:01 PM

    I like to use them for quilts. Ditto on the pouches. I love the Noodlehead pattern listed by the first poster.

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  176. AliNovember 5, 2012 at 5:03 PM

    Well this isn't exactly a hands on use, but I use fat quarters to try out entire fabric lines or colorways so I can decide what I want to buy more of.

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  177. CarolNovember 5, 2012 at 5:03 PM

    I wish I could say I have a favorite way, but I don't usually repeat myself! I did enjoy the Turning 20 quilt I made and the Zen quilt (by Blue Underground Studios).

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  178. AliNovember 5, 2012 at 5:04 PM

    I am also a follower of your blog, thank you so much for the giveaway, I love how your quilt turned out!

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  179. Becky (My Fabric Obsession)November 5, 2012 at 5:09 PM

    I am a follower of your blog. :)

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  180. Becky (My Fabric Obsession)November 5, 2012 at 5:10 PM

    I wish I had a good answer for the use of FQ's. I was just digging through my pattern drawer looking for a good FQ pattern since I have a couple coordinated stacks I want to use up. My next stop is moda bake shop.

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  181. LynNovember 5, 2012 at 5:47 PM

    I buy fat quarter bundles when I really, really love a fabric line but don't have a project in mind for it.

    In terms of fun projects for Xmas...if you knit...there are fun patterns for knitted christmas lights on ravelry.com Some free, some inexpensive. Make one for an ornament gift, or make a string of them on an i-cord to wear or to hang up. I'm busy knitting instead of quilting at the moment...

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  182. Kayli TaylorNovember 5, 2012 at 5:48 PM

    I like to use Fat Quarters to make reversible scripture totes. It is about exactly enough to make a tote with 2 fat quarters and some fusible fleece!http://chocolateonmycranium.blogspot.com/2007/10/reversible-handbags.html#.UJhBwIYeVzY
    I also like to make baby bibs and burp rags with fat quarters. Baby stuff has to be cute, even though it's going to get messy!

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  183. LynNovember 5, 2012 at 5:48 PM

    I am a follower of your blog!

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  184. Copper PatchNovember 5, 2012 at 5:58 PM

    I have big plans for all of my fat quarters but for now the just look really good on the top shelve of my stash pile.... They'll go into various projects but mostly quilts. One day.
    Loving Chicopee!!
    Abbe

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  185. Copper PatchNovember 5, 2012 at 5:58 PM

    I am a follower!!
    Abbe

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  186. CarolNovember 5, 2012 at 6:01 PM

    Bags...a girl can never have enough!

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  187. HeatherNovember 5, 2012 at 6:01 PM

    Purses and zipper pouches are a good use for FQ. A couple of FQ's in a favorite print would make simple pillow covers. I

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  188. HeatherNovember 5, 2012 at 6:02 PM

    I'm a faithful follower.

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  189. CarolNovember 5, 2012 at 6:02 PM

    I'm following!!

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  190. FrejaNovember 5, 2012 at 6:05 PM

    I'd like to start a quilt. I've very little idea how, but it's on my list of things to do!

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  191. FrejaNovember 5, 2012 at 6:05 PM

    I follow your blog :)

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  192. JoyceNovember 5, 2012 at 6:08 PM

    Just bought the pattern for the Weekender bag so have been collecting FQs for that project. O do love checking out Moda Bake SHop too!

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  193. JoyceNovember 5, 2012 at 6:09 PM

    I am a follower!

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  194. Katy EmanuelNovember 5, 2012 at 6:25 PM

    I have just started quilting so right now I only use fat quarters for quilts, but would like to experiment a little more with them and maybe use them for a dress for my daughter or some such thing.

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  195. Katy EmanuelNovember 5, 2012 at 6:28 PM

    I am a new follower of your blog. Gorgeous quilts.

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  196. Becky S.November 5, 2012 at 6:32 PM

    I love your Chicopee version of the Poppy quilt-so pretty!!! My favorite way to use fat quarters is in quilts-
    the scrappier the better. Thanks for the chance to win.

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  197. Becky S.November 5, 2012 at 6:32 PM

    I follow your blog.

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  198. dorthaNovember 5, 2012 at 6:53 PM

    I guess if you look at my sewing room I like to use fat quarters for eye candy. Love your version of the quilt.

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  199. RebekahNovember 5, 2012 at 7:10 PM

    I am a follower of your blog.

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  200. RebekahNovember 5, 2012 at 7:12 PM

    I like to use fat quarters and fabric scraps to make recipe binder covers. This tutorial showed me how: http://www.modabakeshop.com/2009/04/funky-quilted-binder-cover.html

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