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WHOOMP There IT Is! #20 – It’s Giveaway Time!

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Hello! It’s so good to see you! If today is the first time you are visiting my blog, well then you picked a very good day to do so! It’s giveaway time, and an extra special one to boot! But first I’ve gotta show you a couple of thangs.

I finished my custom quilt order and even made matching pillow shams! Yay me!

I’m this close to constructing one full block (1 of 16) of my Arkansas Traveler quilt and I’m lovin’ how it’s looking so far.  I only have a few more days to work on this project though.  It was #8 on my 2016 UFO Challenge list and the number chosen for February.  Hopefully, March’s # will be for a small project or one that is almost finished so I can come back to work on this beauty.

Now we can get to the important stuff; The Giveaway!

I’m giving away a sampler pack called Shadows which consists of 20 Fat Quarters in shades of grey (not 50…lol) and black & whites (even though the description on the link says 19) AND a 5 pack Salt & Pepper Thread Set by Connecting Threads.  And this is where I have to say, this giveaway is in no way affiliated w/Connecting Threads. To sweeten it up a bit I’m including a Mojo bar and a $5 Starbucks gift card!

Another view of the prize =)

And to sweeten it up even more…I got a collaborator! Say hello to Sandra Fay of Fay West Designs!  She’s a maker of gorgeous handmade jewelry that features miniature quilt blocks and fabric patterns.  I came across her beautiful jewelry creations on Instagram @faywestdesigns and ordered myself these 2 pairs of earrings over the holidays. Aren’t they just lovely?!

She is graciously offering up these stunners as part of this giveaway.  Thank you, Sandra!

This sturdy pair of hand-made earrings is made of lightweight bronze findings making them perfect for the most sensitive of ears.  Each piece is handcrafted so no two are exactly alike. Attention is given to every detail.  After the colorful pattern is created, it is heated to add strength. This results in a tight and bright intricate design.  Small TILES Measure approx. 12mm square

To see more of this fabulous Mini Art Jewelry and other lovelies, visit her shop at FayWestDesigns.etsy.com.    You can also find her on Instagram: @faywestdesigns.

There are 3 easy steps to enter!

  1. If you aren’t already a follower, follow A Quilted Passion on Instragram @aquiltedpassion or Bloglovin’
  2. Follow Fay West Designs on Instagram @faywestdesigns
  3. Leave a comment on this blog post letting me know how you follow and what favorite quilt block you’d like to see on a pair of earrings.  It’s that simple!

I will choose a winner next Thursday, March 3rd at 9p AZ-MST using True Random Number Generator and will announce it in a blog post on Friday, March 4th. This giveaway is now closed.

Now, let’s get this party started!

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p.s. Craftsy is at it again!  Now thru 2/29/16 1159p MT, take an additional 20% off their existing clearance prices to give you great deals on their project kits and supplies for only a few days. Be sure to check out the deep discounts on your favorite brands before their Winter Clearance sale is over. Remember, the good stuff goes fast!



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WHOOMP There IT Is! #19 – A New Pattern & Progress

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Just today I learned I can see how many views, links and clicks I’ve had for each linky party on InLinkz. Thank you…all you hoppers and linkers from last week! It was my biggest party yet!

Don’t forget there’s still time to enter Craftsy’s Giveaway if you have not already done so!  One entry per person until Sunday, Feb 22nd @ 11:59p MST.

I spent this last week working on a new easy pattern for my pattern store on Craftsy.  It’s called Easy Microwave Tortilla Warmer and it’s FREE for a limited time! Download your copy today!

I also got the queen size rag quilt all sewn together. WOWZERS! It’s huge and it’s heavy! It’s a custom order on my Etsy Shop.  There’s going to be a whole lotta snippin’ & clippin’ going on for the next several days!  It’s made w/a bunch of Thimbleberries and 30s repros.

My customer previously purchased a lap size rag quilt that was backed w/a fabric called Civil War Legacy by Judie Rothermel for Marcus Bros.

She wanted a queen size quilt backed w/the same fabric but I only had about 1/2 yd left. I searched high and low and even called the designer herself. It was at this time I learned the fabric was re-released in the Pine Tree Lodge collection however, she didn’t have enough for a queen size quilt. I started searching Google for Pine Tree Lodge and hit pay dirt w/Melinda’s Fabric Shop in Hendersonville TN! She had an entire bolt!  The fabric isn’t exactly the same, but my customer was thrilled that I found it.  Thanks Melinda!

Original fabric on right

I’ve managed to get these 2-bits done on my Arkansas Traveler quilt.  I’m working on this as part of my 2016 UFO Challenge.

That’s all I’ve got for you today folks. Now let’s see your progress!

p.s. Giveaway here next week!  Be here or be square!

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WHOOMP There IT Is! #17 Binding Services & Other Updates

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If you stopped by last week you read I was going to start offering machine binding services to local quilters in the Phoenix area. I put my info out there (and will keep putting it out there) and I’m anxiously awaiting customers.  I know there are lots of peeps out there who aren’t particularly fond of binding or just don’t have the time, so I’m confident the customers will start trickling in.

Update on the UFO Challenge 2016. February’s number is 8.  This means I will finally be working on my Arkansas Traveler. I’ll be using these precut diamonds that Greta of Material Detachment sent me last January.

I’m making progress on a custom order.  It’s for a queen size rag quilt. I’ve got ALL the squares and batting cut out; all 1260 of them! I’ve started building sandwiches and will start quilting them this weekend.

I did finish the 2 scrappy numbers from last week.

Lap Full of Flowers

And one more thing before we get this party started…I will be having a giveaway at the end of the month, so stay tuned!

Now, let’s see your progress!

A Quilted Passion

A Quilted Passion

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Follow Me 😉
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