Thursday, June 2, 2011

School's Out for Summer~ And a Giveaway!



The kids got out of school yesterday which means the fighting began at 8 am sharp.
I think it had something to do with Lucas's feet finding their way onto Zachary's blanket.

I plan on doing a lot of sewing and cooking this summer.
I will probably do more refereeing.



If your Summer plans include crafting and sewing, have I got a giveaway for you!
Mary of Fabrics Boutique has GENEROUSLY offered one of you, my sweet readers, a gift certificate for $20 to her shop!
Which means you can get your hands on A LOT of fabric or supplies for your summer projects!

I'll be honest, several thoughts went through my mind when I found out about Mary's generosity:
*I wonder if it's unethical to enter your own giveaway?
*Maybe Josh would like to enter this giveaway.
Zachary and Lucas too. They like fabric.

I've decided to play fair.
However, if my sweet sister who does not sew would like to enter this giveaway I want to remind her that she is welcome to. I'm sure she could find a loved one to mail the gift certificate to. ;)

Ok~ Just let me know your favorite listing at Fabrics Boutique in the comments below. That's it. You each get one shot. I'll announce the winner late Tuesday.

Get to know Mary better:

Believe it or not my background is actually in science. I was an environmental toxicologist for over 11 years and for then taught secondary for seven years. Five years ago ago my youngest son was diagnosed with mild cerebral palsy resulting from a prenatal stroke. What a blessing his condition was diagnosed early! However, it became increasingly difficult to meet my teaching obligations and take my son to his physical and occupational therapy appointments (twice a week, two hours round trip for each visit), doctor's appointments, etc. So in June 2006, I "retired" from teaching to be with my son. However, due to economic conditions I have had to return to teaching part-time. During all of this time I also owned two antique shops and a gift shop. So within a couple of months of retiring from teaching, I was looking for something I could do from home to stay busy and bring in some extra income. My mother taught me (and my daughter) to sew at an early age and I have been crafting for as long as I can remember. I collect handmade papers and fabrics--although I usually don't have a project in mind when I buy them. (LOL You sewers and scrapbookers with a stash that is taking over your living space understand what I mean! ) I also love vintage and antique linens, porcelain, china, flowers, tea time etc. So in October 2006 I opened Sew Graceful. Although my emphasis is on quilt shop quality fabrics and patterns, vintage linens, and handcrafted soft goods...every once in a while you will also find some estate sale treasures-- fine porcelain and china, tea time treasures, and romantic cottage decor and personal accessories.

Thanks again, Mary!!!!!



58 comments:

  1. I love the Michael Miller Round Robin fabric! So cute! jinglesells at gmail dot com

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  2. NEAT GIVEAWAY!
    LOVE THEM ALL; WOULD CHOOSE THE KONA SOLIDS!
    THANKS FOR SHARING!

    jldouglas@wispwest.net

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  3. What a wonderful giveaway! I love, love the Heather Bailey, Bijoux, Swirly Buds in Yellow. So pretty!

    sleepachu at hotmail dot com

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  4. She has SO many cute ones!! I like this one for my latest project though: http://www.etsy.com/listing/48038687/new-felicity-miller-gypsy-up-and-down-in Thanks so much for the opportunity!

    Early dot erica at gmail dot com

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  5. I love the great selection of Amy Butler Midwest Modern, especially Martini in Lime.

    Hugs,
    Heidi

    heidig@gmail.com

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  6. I just love the Joel Dewberry, Modern Meadow. I'm in love with that color right now!!! Hope I win : )

    ashley.cherishedbliss@gmail.com

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  7. Polka Dots Heart Die Cut Fabric Shapes-Set of 20 (6L) and Heather Bailey, Swing Toss in Pink, Nicey Jane Designer Cotton Fabric, 1 yard, HB21-PINK. Thanks for the chance into this giveaway.

    unforgetable_dreamer_always (at) hotmail (dot) com

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  8. I like so many...but one I like especially is Blue Hill Fabric, Honeymoon Cottage, Blue Checks,

    thecountryblossom at hotmail dot com

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  9. I love all the damask fabrics - especially the deer print. So many gorgeous choices! Thanks for the giveaway : )

    Rachel
    vintagequeengf(at)gmail(dot)com

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  10. I love the Tree Huggers Trunks in Orange! That's some of the cutest fabric ever! I had to heart it. :)

    reneelasater(at)hotmail(dot)com

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  11. I love the Bali Boxes THIS much (imagine spreading arms wide, as my niece does whenever she says she loves something/someone)

    kldeamer (at) gmail (dot) com

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  12. I like the NEW House and Home, Pastel Pink Love Flowers, Benartex Fabric, 1 yard, 2935-01
    lusizova at gmail.com

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  13. I love the ALMOST GONE Valori Wells Corduroy Fabric, Nest, Autumn Paisley, 1 yard, CDVW01-AUTUMN
    mframe00@gmail.com

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  14. I adore the Michael Miller Jam Session fabric! thanks!
    butler83ataoldotcom

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  15. Wow, all the fabrics are so lovely! If I had any of those, I'd be busy all summer. Oh, it's hard to pick just one, but I think I especially love the "Tree Huggers, Tossed Allover in Yellow" fabric, it's absolutely adorable!

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  16. I really love this one http://www.etsy.com/listing/27806501/almost-gone-maywood-studio-and so cute and simple! thanks:)

    landofpoppies at gmail dot com

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  17. I LIKE THIS
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/48638216/sale-end-of-bolt-fabric-bundle-beatrix

    THANKS FOR THE GIVEAWAY

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  18. I love the fabric Spa by Rosemarie Lavin (Aqua wavy stripes), it would make a really nice pillow cover. Thank you for the giveaway!

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  19. I love the Blossom Lane, Geometric Floral in Citron!

    Dagmar B.
    sirentattoo@hotmail.com

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  20. The "Kaye England Fabric, In the Manor, Blue Cameo Portraits" is really pretty! I think it would make beautiful pillows, especially if I put a lacy ruffled border around each cameo.

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  21. I love the oriental charm in this fabric, makes fabulous looking cushion covers!

    http://www.etsy.com/listing/56226182/robyn-pandolph-fabric-yellow-chinese

    Thanks for the lovely giveaway.

    yumihamano@gmail.com

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  22. i love your shop!!

    i love this colorfull fabric-
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/54337679/alice-kennedy-fabric-momo-cream

    nitzan.sc at gmail dot com

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  23. I love the Michael Miller, Dino Dudes Cotton Flannel in Brown, 1 yard.

    kiddomsg at gmail dot com

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  24. Lovely, Tanya Whelan fabric in Delilah.
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/65919815/almost-gone-tanya-whelan-fabric-delilah
    Hearted Mary's shop, could live in there! :)

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  25. There are quite a few choices in this shop that I am quite in love with. I like the colors of the Joel Dewberry Fabric, Aviary 2, Sparrows in Bark, 1 yard, JD41-Bark. I don't know what I will do with it yet but I need it. ambrerose at(aol) dot(com)

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  26. This is my favorite: http://www.etsy.com/listing/63566628/almost-gone-lecien-fabric-flower-sugar

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  27. I LOVE this fabric! http://www.etsy.com/listing/61393101/heather-bailey-bijoux-swirly-buds-in

    We are newlyweds and I am about to start making pillow covers, this fabric would be perfect for a patchwork cover! :)

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  28. <3'ing the Blossom Lane/Small Flowers in Pink!! I could make some seriously pretty things with this fabric! Thanks for this opportunity!!
    lacquerlipstick[at]gmail[dot]com

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  29. I am loving the Amy Butler, Daisy Chain, Sweet Jasmine in Brown. I could make a lovely little clutch for my sister from them. she loves florals
    diarygirl at live dot com

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  30. AWESOME giveaway! I love the Amy Butler Fabric, Midwest Modern, Martini in Lime
    skklemm at gmail dot com

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  31. I love this fabric http://www.etsy.com/listing/48182479/erin-mcmorris-weekends-saturday-in.

    Katietamblingson at yahoo dot com

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  32. I would use the House and Home Red Plaid Benartex Fabric for my current project. It's absolutely perfect!
    deals4me85(at)gmail(dot)com

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  33. I love the House and Home Fat Quarter Set 1- Love Bird Stripe. Such cute fabric! Thanks for the chance to win!

    ravensrascals at gmail dot com

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  34. So many options! probably my favorite is the House and home blue mini patch!

    edendaphne AT gmail DOT com

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  35. So many great fabrics! I like this one best: http://www.etsy.com/listing/70726887/new-joel-dewberry-fabric-aviary-2
    thanks!
    katelyn.j.stephens at gmail dot com

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  36. My favorite fabric is this one: Robert Kaufman Fabric, Wild Friends/ Earth Animal Toss

    Such a cute print!

    onehotstove AT gmail DOT com

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  37. I love the delilah in blue fat quarter set! :) Thank you for the entry! I hope I win!!!! n :)

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  38. I love all the Riley Blake Fabrics!
    laurensgoodies at gmail dot com

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  39. I really like this one:
    Heather Bailey, Bijoux, Swirly Buds in Gold
    So cute!!

    Tiffany
    Imnotyour_star(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  40. i like the Timeless Treasures Fabric, Blossom Lane/White Small Flowers on Stems AND the Anna maria Horner- Branching out in green

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  41. So many beautiful ones to choose from! I really like the Anna Maria Horner "Receiving Line in Ice"! So pretty!

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  42. I like the Felicity Miller, Gypsy, Fat Quarter Set, Entire Collection, 12 Total

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  43. i love sooooooooo many can choose but little more i think Owls, Retro Tossed Floral in Black, Timeless Treasures Cotton Fabric, 1 yard, C6699-BLK
    and
    Donna Dewberry, Happy Flowers, Daisies and Insects in Yellow, 1 yard, DD31-YELLOW

    my email : haroulitasdesign.gmail.com

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  44. The Michael Miller Round Robin fabric is adorable, I've never seen it before!

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  45. Wow, there are so many beautiful choices and cute ones :). My favorite is: "Riley Blake Fabric, Rainy Days and Mondays, White Umbrella Tops"

    What a great giveaway. Thanks for the chance.

    whosyerbuddie AT yahoo DOT com

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  46. my favorite is the Joel Dewberry, Columbine in Persimmon, Deer Valley Cotton Fabric, Free Spirit, 1 yard, JD21-Persimmon!

    thank you

    jmmccarr@gmail.com

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  47. Absolutely love this fabric! http://www.etsy.com/listing/47965383/felicity-miller-gypsy-music-in-green-1

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  48. The Black and Red Lovebirds Strip fabric looks so Germanic and sweet, and I love it!

    My e-mail is qwertiful at gmail dot com.

    Thanks!

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  49. My favorite is definitely Amy Butler's Daisy Chain, Mosaic in Olive :)
    rachael_nicole06@hotmail.com

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  50. I love this fabric set: Fabricsboutique Custom Half Yard Bundle, Black and White,
    I am so into black and white bold designs right now

    nekoknits@gmail.com

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  51. Love the NEW House and Home, Red Set Daisy, Benartex Fabric!

    2moey2@gmail.com

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  52. I'm really drawn to the Anna Maria Horner, Branching Out in Green.

    mrs.marcus2 at yahoo dot com

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  53. I love the Joel Dewberry Fabric, Aviary 2, Damask in Dill. It would be so lovely to make something pretty for my room!

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  54. My favorite is: NEW Joel Dewberry Fabric, Aviary 2, Sparrows in Bark, 1 yard, JD41-Bark

    -Heidi

    writeme at heidimail dot com

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  55. I like Riley Blake Fabric, Rainy Days and Mondays and NEW Joel Dewberry Fabric, Aviary 2, Sparrows in Bark, 1 yard, JD41-Bark

    4allibaby at gmail dot com

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  56. I love “Saturday in Grass“ from the Weekends designer fabric collection by Erin McMorris for Free Spirit...gorgeous colors! Cheers!

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  57. i love felicity miller gypsy/music in red!

    lynscotatearthlinkdotnet

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  58. I love the Tanya Whelan delilah fabric from her shop
    jesage@asu.edu

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