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Thursday, June 16, 2011

I am giving away a book!

Did my title peek your interest?

Today is my day for The Teacher's Pet
Strip-Smart Quilts Book Blog Tour
I have known Kathy for many years. She holds a special place in my heart for many reasons.
One is that she is Cajun and talks funnier than I do.
My husband
 thinks he is Cajun
 due to the time he spent with an
X-girlfriend that was Cajun but that is another story.
Every time I talk to Kathy she makes me think of my time spent crabbing, making Gumbo
(minus the okra) and Boudin. Kathy has included her recipe for Grits in the book which is
tame compared to the other things she could
be cooking up?


Yesterday you visited Elizabeth at Late Bloomers.We both chose the same quilt from the book. I would say great minds think alike. Right, Elizabeth?!

Well Kathy has cooked up some delightful patterns in her new book using 2 1/2 strips or
yardages cut into strips.
When Kathy asked me to be included in this Hop, I quickly agreed. I was to pick out my favorite quilt and tell why. Now rremember I am a middle child, so I had a hard time deciding on my "Favorite".
 I like them all.
I studied and studied.  I couldn't decide if I liked the quilt design or the fabrics used in the quilt the best.
Each of the fabrics Kathy choose for the quilts were perfect. I tried to choose something different than what she had pictured which was even a tougher task.

Hometown in stores August, Ruby in stores September
I choose a jelly roll from Sweetwater called Hometown. I mixed it with a teeny tiny grey white polka dot from Ruby by Bonnie & Camille for my background. 

I could use an entire bolt of this grey dot. Love it!


 
This is what I made. I may have to finish it up for perfect Father's Day gift for my X Cajun man.

Yes the header said I am giving away a book.
 Leave a comment on my blog and Kathy will be using a
random generator to pick a winner each day.
Each winner will be receiving a book and ruler which will
 be shipped at the end of the blog tour.

Tomorrow visit Vickie at Sugar Spun quilts to see her favorite
project and get another chance to win!


A Cajun gal told me there will be a grand prize also drawn for at the end of the book tour. 

   
If Kathy share more of her recipes, beware! Have you ever had aligator? It tastes like chicken.

_modalissa


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254 comments:

  1. TiffanyJune 16, 2011 at 6:03 AM

    Love those hour glass blocks you are making - lovely colors!

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  2. Diane NJune 16, 2011 at 6:06 AM

    I love the hour glass blocks too!

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  3. StrladyJune 16, 2011 at 6:08 AM

    Hometown and Ruby.. Yummy!
    I'm loving what i have seen of the book so far!

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  4. VickieJune 16, 2011 at 6:10 AM

    I love the Hometown quilt and the fabric! This book looks like a must have and lots of fun! I can't believe everything you can do with the ruler! Thanks for sharing and a chance to win!

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  5. Clara {Clover and Violet}June 16, 2011 at 6:17 AM

    What a great quilt in the making! I would love to win this book!

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  6. AnonymousJune 16, 2011 at 6:25 AM

    I ate alligator in Kenya and it was very good! And what's even better-the beautiful quilt that you started. Loved your choice of fabric and the pattern. I am falling in love with that ruler!

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  7. DoinaJune 16, 2011 at 6:26 AM

    Great giveaway! Please count me in!

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  8. Suburban StitcherJune 16, 2011 at 6:27 AM

    I have eaten alligator. I'm a South Louisiana girl living in TX right now, so I'm definitely loving this! The grey dot is fabulous with Hometown!

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  9. DorianJune 16, 2011 at 6:27 AM

    Another fun blog hop, thanks for your input on this great looking book!

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  10. JittinaJune 16, 2011 at 6:31 AM

    I would love to win a copy of the book. I really like the hourglass quilt, can't wait to make one for myself!

    Jittina, the Netherlands

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  11. SueBJune 16, 2011 at 6:43 AM

    Oh I love this block and the fabrics that you are using. Great gift. I am loving this book and ruler.

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  12. DelJune 16, 2011 at 6:44 AM

    You are just teasing us! I can't wait for Ruby and Hometown to come out in stores! They both look wonderful! Love this book too!

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  13. Lisa EnglandJune 16, 2011 at 6:47 AM

    My husband worked for a year in Cajun Country and he had a hard time understanding some of the people at first. What he found out though, is that they are the nicest, friendliest people ever. If only they could do something about the heat and humiditiy there! This book and ruler look great! Thanks for the chance to win.

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  14. Cheryl's Teapots2QuiltingJune 16, 2011 at 6:49 AM

    I have had alligator, and it did taste like chicken. Great fabric you chose, and great pattern. I'd love to win the book. Thanks.

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  15. Sarah41367June 16, 2011 at 6:53 AM

    Could really use a little good luck these days....even if it is only a quilting book, it would certainly perk up my week!

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  16. antique quilterJune 16, 2011 at 6:55 AM

    can't even imagine ordering alligator EVER! oh this book is becoming more and more intriguing with every blog tour post, the ruler has peaked my interest!
    that grey dot is beautiful would make a great background for applique! or alternate block.
    great fathers day present , hope you finish it in time!

    Kathie

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  17. MartinaJune 16, 2011 at 6:56 AM

    Love the fabrics you chose! Looks so elegant and fun! Thanks for the chance to win! I would love to have this book and ruler!

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  18. PatJune 16, 2011 at 6:59 AM

    Love the book and the quilt you chose. The colours are great!
    Thanks for the chance to win.

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  19. QuilterPattiOJune 16, 2011 at 6:59 AM

    I love okra! I love give sways too!

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  20. mama dubJune 16, 2011 at 7:03 AM

    Your quilt is great. I love the fabrics too. I have really enjoyed seeing all the possibilities of this book and ruler. Thanks.

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  21. Darlene BJune 16, 2011 at 7:06 AM

    This book looks better each day - I'm loving the sneak peeks of the patterns in this book. Thanks for the opportunity to win!

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  22. JudithJune 16, 2011 at 7:08 AM

    Great combination of both fabric lines. Great way to use jelly rolls...mix and match! Thanks for the chance to win!

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  23. Debbie B SamJune 16, 2011 at 7:13 AM

    Gosh, I really love those blocks, and you can't go wrong with either of the fabric lines you picked! OKRA - YUCK - my feeling :0

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  24. MimiJune 16, 2011 at 7:22 AM

    It would definitely be an honor to win this book. Love the quilt you chose to make, too.

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  25. Frog QuilterJune 16, 2011 at 7:25 AM

    I love scrappy quilts. Love your fabric selection.

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  26. NicoleJune 16, 2011 at 7:25 AM

    The book looks great! And I'm in love with the jelly roll you picked. Thanks for the chance to win a copy of the book.

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  27. QuiltjaneJune 16, 2011 at 7:36 AM

    Thanks for the great giveaway. I would love to own that book. Nice choice of fabrics.

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  28. SallieJune 16, 2011 at 7:46 AM

    Yes, I've had alligator - and rattlesnake - and they taste like chicken. Love the colors you chose for your quilt. Thanks for the giveaway! I would love to have the book and ruler!

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  29. BeckyJune 16, 2011 at 7:47 AM

    Have you watched Swamp People on the History Channel? As a Cajun, married to a Cajun, now living in Atlanta, we Love watching Swamp People. They use sub-titles when the fellows are speaking English:) Thanks for the temptation on the two new Moda lines! Hometown caught my attention. Take care!

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  30. JeanneJune 16, 2011 at 7:52 AM

    I actually have had alligator with Cajun sauce! And it was good!!

    I love the Hometown Fabrics on your quilt. They look so vibrant.

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  31. StacyjoJune 16, 2011 at 7:55 AM

    Ruby and Hometown are my absolute favorites - can't wait to get my hands on some! That hometown is perfect in that quilt.

    Stacyjo

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  32. kayJune 16, 2011 at 7:57 AM

    This Louisiana native loves to use pre-cut strips, so this book will be a great resource! (I also like fried gator.)

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  33. Joe and JulianneJune 16, 2011 at 8:00 AM

    Love your quilt! Hope to get my hands on this book and ruler soon! So many ideas swirling in my head :)

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  34. DebiJune 16, 2011 at 8:03 AM

    Wonderful book, would love to win it and the ruler!

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  35. Suzanne NeuhausJune 16, 2011 at 8:06 AM

    We ate Cajun food last night, yum, so good. Love this new book and your blog is so inspiring to read. thank yu for doing it.
    Suzanne
    sneuhaus@hot.rr.com

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  36. Lee Ann L.June 16, 2011 at 8:06 AM

    The more I see stuff about this book, the more I want. Thanks for sharing!

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  37. CathyJune 16, 2011 at 8:07 AM

    Hometown is a good choice for a "manly" quilt.

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  38. BelindaJune 16, 2011 at 8:08 AM

    Chomping at the bit to have this book and the ruler, of course :)

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  39. MaryJune 16, 2011 at 8:13 AM

    This book and ruler look terrific. Thanks for the chance to win.
    Mary

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  40. CarolJune 16, 2011 at 8:27 AM

    Am patiently waiting for Hometown fabric to come out. That book looks inspiring!

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  41. JanelleJune 16, 2011 at 8:31 AM

    Love that block and it's great in Hometown. Lucky X Cajun man!

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  42. MommarockJune 16, 2011 at 8:36 AM

    You made wonderful selections of fabric for your quilt. It will be delightful! I would love to be entered into your drawing for the book. Thank you :)

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  43. Carol ScJune 16, 2011 at 8:36 AM

    I've heard that alligator-chicken taste like before --- not sure I believe it. I haven't seen a quilt in this book yet, that I haven't liked --- and the grey dot is a wonderful background --- I'm going to keep my eye out for it.
    quiltschon@att.net

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  44. Elisa (AKA scrapcat)June 16, 2011 at 8:42 AM

    You absolutely crack me up! Everyone on this blog tour has been fun. I've seen a prevalence of quilts using a similar gray background and am thinking I need to add it to my repetoire! If I win this book (which I really, really want!) I'll do that! Thanks for the giveaway!

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  45. aztel2000June 16, 2011 at 8:49 AM

    What a fun book. I've never had alligator, but my hubby has--I'll pass!
    Karen in Breezy Point

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  46. DeannaJune 16, 2011 at 8:54 AM

    I would love a book of this type. Thank you for the chance.

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  47. sndy1June 16, 2011 at 9:09 AM

    Thanks for the chance to win a copy of the book and ruler! Really enjoying this blog hop.

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  48. NancyzJune 16, 2011 at 9:10 AM

    Never had alligator, but I would try it. But what I really want to try out is this book. I like everything I have seen from the blogs so far! Thanks for the giveaway.

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  49. VickiTJune 16, 2011 at 9:10 AM

    OH MY GOSH! THANK YOU!!!!!! You just explained my own problem in not being able to pick my favorite EVER no matter what I was trying to decide about. LOL *I* am also a middle child.

    And YEP, I have had alligator at a local bar that served 'different' non-midwestern traidional foods. It was actually pretty good stuff. Where I'd ever buy any if she did give us a recipe for 'gator, I have no idea. lol

    Oh wait......we were talking about a book here weren't we. I love all I have seen so far about this book. The blocks shown so far during this blog tour are just beautiful. After yesterdays' stop, with her saying how distracted she was and still created a great looking block, that just sold me even more because I'm not a very experienced quilter. I figure if she can do it with all those distractions, then surely I can as well.

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  50. Tapestry TreeJune 16, 2011 at 9:13 AM

    OOH! A double hourglass is on my list of quilts to make this year! Love your choice! Looks like an incredible book and what a nice giveaway!

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  51. Me and My StitchesJune 16, 2011 at 9:17 AM

    Ha Ha - doesn't everything taste like chicken? My BIL used to always say we should eat our Koi - he was just sure they would taste like chicken! Love the book and all the quilts - I really want to try that ruler!

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  52. AnonymousJune 16, 2011 at 9:18 AM

    This has been so fun! To see the different fabric choices that ya'll have used. And to discover some new blogs...I am a winner already! Hours of enjoyment already and still winners to come...cannot beat that!!!

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  53. RasslerJune 16, 2011 at 9:20 AM

    Love, love, and love Hometown and Ruby! Also love the quilt you picked...now I want to make one! Thanks for participating!

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  54. JenHJune 16, 2011 at 9:24 AM

    LOVE Sweetwater's Hometown. Gotta get me some of that. It looks so pretty with the Ruby gray in the hourglass pattern. Thank you for sharing!

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  55. marycJune 16, 2011 at 9:33 AM

    Great minds DO think alike! Love your quilt and the book looks very interesting.

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  56. shellyJune 16, 2011 at 9:33 AM

    Love the blocks you made with Hometown and Rudy. I would love to win the book and ruler.

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  57. JoanneJune 16, 2011 at 9:42 AM

    I love your choice of fabrics. I'd love to win the book and ruler

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  58. Ann in NCJune 16, 2011 at 9:44 AM

    It's all your fault! If I hadn't seen the information about the blog hop on your blog, I wouldn't know I needed the book and ruler! So much for excercising control...

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  59. CyndiJune 16, 2011 at 9:46 AM

    This is such a fabulous book...and I love those Hometown fabrics. The block you made is sooo cute! Thanks to you and Kathy for the great giveaway and the opportunity to win this wonderful book! Oh, and please tell Kathy hello from another Louisiana gal! :o)

    XOXO,

    Cyndi

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  60. TinaJune 16, 2011 at 9:49 AM

    Wow! Love that quilt and the fabric choices are perfect!!!

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  61. EllenJune 16, 2011 at 9:54 AM

    Love your blog and would love to own this book! Keep up the great work!

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  62. phartubatechJune 16, 2011 at 10:04 AM

    Like the gray dotted fabric you used--makes your other colors really stand out. Would love to have the book and ruler. Thanks for the opportunity to win it.

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  63. Rae ArnoldJune 16, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    That fabric looks awesome together! I love using 2.5" strips.

    And now you have me craving some good cajun food (which isn’t possible to find up here in NY)!

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  64. SherryBJune 16, 2011 at 10:08 AM

    Oh yes, I would love to have a bolt of that grey dot fabric as well--so versatile & yummy! I can see lots of quilts made using that hourglass pattern, quick & fun. I haven't had alligator, but I have had squid...it takes just like it sounds..ha!

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  65. AnonymousJune 16, 2011 at 10:18 AM

    I love your choice of fabrics.....and I am having so much fun seeing what everyone is coming up with on this book tour!
    tamiquilts at att dot net

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  66. AmyJune 16, 2011 at 10:23 AM

    I love the colors you chose! Sooooo pretty!!!!

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  67. AnonymousJune 16, 2011 at 10:23 AM

    LOVE YOUR HOURGLASS BLOCKS!
    THANKS SO FOR SHARING!

    jldouglas@wispwest.net

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  68. Miss JeanJune 16, 2011 at 10:24 AM

    I love your quilt! The dots are great. I would love to win a book and the ruler!!! My husband loves aligator and he is so not Cajun!

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  69. haredJune 16, 2011 at 10:27 AM

    I would love to win this book, I was looking at it online just yesterday! Thanks for the opportunity!

    Gina from Missouri
    hared@iland.net

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  70. LKDrumJune 16, 2011 at 10:28 AM

    I liked your version of the quilt block. I like that you can make so many quilts from this book. Thanks for the opportunity to win such a versatile book. -- Lana

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  71. Carol C.June 16, 2011 at 10:30 AM

    Love the blocks you made --Love the fabric!! This book looks great! -- a must have! AND the ruler--I have enjoyed seeing all the designs that can be made with it, and simply, too! Thanks for the opportunity!

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  72. annJune 16, 2011 at 10:32 AM

    Love the fabrics you chose for your quilt. Thanks for the chance to win - I have my fingers crossed!!!

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  73. KarenJune 16, 2011 at 10:37 AM

    I am so intrigued by this book - love the pattern you chose. Love those soft colors too!

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  74. DonnaJune 16, 2011 at 10:44 AM

    Love the pattern you chose too! Would love to win this book.

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  75. kynomiJune 16, 2011 at 10:49 AM

    Your blocks are looking good. Thanks for the chance to win.

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  76. TammyJune 16, 2011 at 10:50 AM

    I love the pattern you chose and I LOVE the fabrics. I'm really into the soft grey's that are coming out and I think I had better start building a stash of them.

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  77. pamJune 16, 2011 at 10:50 AM

    you are one FUNNY lady - love love LOVE your post. i have to say, i'm a bit jealous of your ability to get fabric ahead of time - what a way to tempt us all.
    AND i had no idea that my inability to EVER make decisions/choices was due to my middle-child-ness. nice to know!!
    thnx for participating

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  78. SydJune 16, 2011 at 10:50 AM

    What great fabrics you chose and the pattern also. Can't wait for Hometown to be released. Have just the project in mind!! Thanks for this chance to win. The book looks wonderful and the ruler user friendly!

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  79. JanetKJune 16, 2011 at 10:57 AM

    That grey dot fabric is awesome! I love your blocks so far...I'm really intrigued about this special ruler too.

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  80. ChristelleJune 16, 2011 at 11:05 AM

    Alligatpor taste like chiken? It's funny years ago I told some US friends visiting us in France that frog legs taste like chiken... well they didn't trust me, but they tried .... and they still talk to me :)
    Love sweetwater fabrics and this ruler is a must have !

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  81. ShirleyJune 16, 2011 at 11:05 AM

    I should have known better when I came to your site. Now not only do I have a new book and ruler on my wish list, but more fabric!! Thanks for a chance to win. :)

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  82. Quilt MonkeyJune 16, 2011 at 11:08 AM

    Thanks for the chance to win! Every day of the hop I am more and more intrigued by this book and ruler!!

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  83. Kirsten and TracyJune 16, 2011 at 11:11 AM

    I love that pattern and the fabrics you chose. That's the first peek I've had of Hometown and I see some new fabric in my future!

    Thanks for the chance to win and for the great post!

    Tracy

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  84. manybooksJune 16, 2011 at 11:18 AM

    That pattern is very fun - i love all the different shapes that emerge! And the Hometown fabrics I am DROOLING for... perfect! Thanks for the example and the chance to win~

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  85. BarbaraJune 16, 2011 at 11:18 AM

    I would love to win this book! Already found it on Amazon and added it to my wish list, just in case I don't win!

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  86. tpottJune 16, 2011 at 11:22 AM

    I love chicken! (grin) Everyday I feel I need this book/ruler more and more. I'm loviing this book blog tour. Where can I buy both? THanks! ;>

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  87. ferneJune 16, 2011 at 11:32 AM

    Love your choice of fabrics, too!

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  88. MaryJune 16, 2011 at 11:32 AM

    The fabrics you chose are beautiful! I can't wait to find out if I win a copy of the book and the ruler.

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  89. BevJune 16, 2011 at 11:37 AM

    The more I see of this book, the more I like it. Thanks for hosting!

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  90. GidgetJune 16, 2011 at 11:49 AM

    The more I see the more I like!
    What fun...

    Gidget
    kgshen at pocketinet dot com

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  91. JenJune 16, 2011 at 11:51 AM

    awesome fabrics you chose! I love these patterns in this book more and more every day I see it!

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  92. BillieBee (billiemick)June 16, 2011 at 11:59 AM

    Thanks for the review. Love the fabrics as well

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  93. quilt cookieJune 16, 2011 at 12:01 PM

    the gray polka dot fabric is so cool. I think gray will be the new color as I am seeing lots of it lately.

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  94. QuiltingBEJune 16, 2011 at 12:06 PM

    I would love to win this book!

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  95. JulieF1962June 16, 2011 at 12:12 PM

    I would love to win the book and the ruler!

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  96. Kathy MacKieJune 16, 2011 at 12:14 PM

    Like your color combo and think I will stick to chicken. Thanks for the giveaway.

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  97. CarolinaJune 16, 2011 at 12:20 PM

    I also have difficulties to decide! But this book I decide to like - a lot!

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  98. lindarooJune 16, 2011 at 12:33 PM

    I like the random scrappiness in your hourglass blocks; probably not random, at all!
    It's fun to imagine what attributes one might get from eating alligator; a thicker skin? patience? strength? a scary smile?

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  99. Catskill QuilterJune 16, 2011 at 12:34 PM

    Great giveaway! This book looks like a must have!

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  100. JulieJune 16, 2011 at 12:46 PM

    I love that block and would love to win the ruler and book. What a great give away. Thanks.

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  101. BarbaraGJune 16, 2011 at 12:57 PM

    Super-cute!

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  102. JeanneJune 16, 2011 at 1:08 PM

    Love the fabric, love the blocks! Thanks for the
    chance to win!

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  103. Jodi-JoJoMia's PlaceJune 16, 2011 at 1:13 PM

    Oh my gosh, I have been trying to decide what to make out of Hometown (when I can finally get my hands on it!) and that quilt would be perfect. I would love to win this book. Thanks for the chance!

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  104. GretchenJune 16, 2011 at 1:31 PM

    I totally need this ruler and book. I'm lovin' what everyone is doing. Thanks for the ideas.

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  105. Petit Design Co.June 16, 2011 at 1:32 PM

    yes! gator tastes like chicken! I'm loving the double hourglass blocks

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  106. CeciliaJune 16, 2011 at 1:33 PM

    I have eaten gator before and it does taste like chicken.:-) This looks like a great book. I would love to win a copy a d the ruler.

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  107. Lori LJune 16, 2011 at 1:36 PM

    Looked for this book and ruler yesterday at 2 quilt shops and couldn't find them. I guess that I will have to win them if I want to make these quilts. Thanks for the opportunity to win.

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  108. SewmaggiJune 16, 2011 at 1:36 PM

    Looks like an awesome book! Haven't tried gator which is kind of surprising since I lived in FL for 5 years !?!

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  109. Marcia W.June 16, 2011 at 1:36 PM

    This helps me visualize the pattern - it is wonderful. Thanks for the chance to enter and perhaps win!

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  110. MaudeJune 16, 2011 at 1:41 PM

    Wonderful book-thanks for the chance to win!I've tried crocodile( lived in Africa at the time).

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  111. AnonymousJune 16, 2011 at 2:02 PM

    Wow! The match of this book and a Moda jelly roll may have been made in heaven!!! Looks like fun.

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  112. LindaJune 16, 2011 at 2:06 PM

    Awesome hour glass blocks! I love the gray dots too. I'm craving this book and ruler!

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  113. SherryJune 16, 2011 at 2:11 PM

    I love the way your blocks are coming out. . . I'm sure your DH will love the quilt.

    As for alligator it must be the new "in" thing. . .there were several chefs on Master Chef that used it in their dishes.

    Sherry @ crazyquiltpatcher AT yahoo DOT com

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  114. charlotteJune 16, 2011 at 2:13 PM

    I have been loving this ruler so far, but with the Hometown fabric it is over the top.

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  115. Jeanne GwinJune 16, 2011 at 2:27 PM

    So Kathy is Cajun huh, that is intersting Aaaa-eeee Kathy. Miss my Louisiana pals. Thanks for the great op to win the book.

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  116. jackJune 16, 2011 at 2:30 PM

    Love the fabrics you used! The book looks like a lot of fun!! Thanks for the chance!
    snoodledoodlepoodle@gmail.com

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  117. Library Gal QuiltsJune 16, 2011 at 2:33 PM

    Hi Lissa! Thanks for the chance to win! I love that Hometown fabric. And I love this giveaway. Love Love Love. and it's not even Valentine's Day!

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  118. JanaJune 16, 2011 at 2:34 PM

    I would love to win a copy of the book and interesting looking ruler! I really like the hourglass quilt and the fabric you have chosen.
    Jana, Czech Republic

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  119. DonnaJune 16, 2011 at 2:46 PM

    So far every quilt in the book has been one I'd put on my To-Do List for sure. thanks for this fun give-away Blog Hop.

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  120. AggiequilterJune 16, 2011 at 3:02 PM

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  121. RobbienaeJune 16, 2011 at 3:03 PM

    This pattern really makes the colors of this fabric pop! I'm excited to get the opportunity to win this book or ruler.

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  122. JanetJune 16, 2011 at 3:04 PM

    I don't think I could bring myself to eat alligator :0) It looks like a very interesting book and ruler. Love that frey dot too!

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  123. AggiequilterJune 16, 2011 at 3:11 PM

    I met Kathy at IQF-Houston and she's a warm funny lady! Her new book looks great! Now I want the Hometown fabrics too!
    I've been married to a wonderful Cajun guy for 25 yrs and I've had alligator, frog legs etc Funny thing is he doesn't even LIKE crawfish! He prefers shrimp and fish.
    Thanks for the giveaway!

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  124. DebJune 16, 2011 at 3:24 PM

    The quilt that you started is beautiful. I'm sure enjoying the book tour. Thanks for the chance to win but not to eat alligator! :)

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  125. JustPamJune 16, 2011 at 3:34 PM

    I do not have any gray and the quilts I am liking lately have gray. Your quilt will be lovely!

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  126. Quilts And PiecesJune 16, 2011 at 3:35 PM

    First off I have tried alligator - it does NOT taste like chicken! :)
    Oh I want that book and ruler so bad. Oh I love the looks of the quilts I've seen so far. And that ruler is just too fun!
    But now I want that grey polka dot fabric too! I love the blocks you made! The colors are great!

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  127. pinkquilterJune 16, 2011 at 3:35 PM

    pick me pick me !!! Oh how i would love to win! I love your hubby's quilt! Very Yummy!!! Have a wonderful day!

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  128. CarolineJune 16, 2011 at 3:44 PM

    Okay, so I loved the one block on Elizabeth's blog yesterday, but all put together this quilt is FABULOUS!!! Oh, I really REALLY want to make one now!

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  129. AnonymousJune 16, 2011 at 4:04 PM

    Love the colors in the roll you chose! Esp since it has a few polka dots in there ;)

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  130. CarolJune 16, 2011 at 4:24 PM

    Another must-have book - to go with dozens and dozens of others!

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  131. Simone de KlerkJune 16, 2011 at 4:29 PM

    The more I see of the book, the more I love it. Your blocks look great. Such brightness. I could also imagine the same blocks in only grey and white!

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  132. MonikaCJune 16, 2011 at 4:37 PM

    I love the colors you picked for your quilt! The quilts in this book are great. I can't wait to get a copy!

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  133. KarynJune 16, 2011 at 5:01 PM

    Reviews are really good! I wanna win *whine*. That ruler looks SO handy and the book... what can I say? Other than I want it!

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  134. RosaJune 16, 2011 at 5:03 PM

    Your block is very nice,I love it.I`m enjoying the blog tour.Thanks for the chance.

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  135. scottyloverJune 16, 2011 at 5:04 PM

    Love your quilt! I haven't been following this give away tour, but would love to included in your give away!

    Thanks,
    Sandy A

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  136. tusenJune 16, 2011 at 5:12 PM

    The quilt looks lovely in hometown, too.
    With every blog of the tour I become more tempted to try the patterns from the book.

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  137. MandaJune 16, 2011 at 5:18 PM

    fabulous blocks there!

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  138. Kd BrownJune 16, 2011 at 5:34 PM

    Woohoo, a great giveaway! Count me in, please. I would love to win Kathy's new book and a wonderful ruler. So exciting!

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  139. Nancy EJune 16, 2011 at 5:47 PM

    Love the quilt and fabrics you selected! The ruler looks like it makes those blocks so easy to do.

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  140. Deb G. in VAJune 16, 2011 at 5:55 PM

    The book and ruler look great! Thanks for a chance to win them!

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  141. BarbaraJune 16, 2011 at 6:12 PM

    One thing I'm loving about this blog tour is seeing how different quilters do up the pattern - seeing the fabric and color combos. It's so inspiring!

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  142. SubeeSewsJune 16, 2011 at 6:22 PM

    I am hoping I win the book. I love the fabrics you did choose. Gray is my favorite neutral, right up there with tans...
    XOXOXO Subee

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  143. Kathy HJune 16, 2011 at 6:32 PM

    thanks for the chance to win in your giveaway. That ruler looks like it would make it so easy to make those beautiful quilts.

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  144. LuciJune 16, 2011 at 6:34 PM

    What a great give away. Count me in!

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  145. BuckyJune 16, 2011 at 6:52 PM

    I want to learn to make Cajun grits!

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  146. AnonymousJune 16, 2011 at 7:04 PM

    Hometown is a great choice for a guy quilt--even a kinda sorta Cajun guy ;)

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  147. LisaTJune 16, 2011 at 7:10 PM

    The book looks great and I love the gray dot fabric too. Also love grits with salt and butter, mmmm..

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  148. LynetteJune 16, 2011 at 7:12 PM

    ...I love this Hometown range and it looks great in your blocks.Would be fantastic to win! thanx

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  149. rebeccaJune 16, 2011 at 7:16 PM

    The grey dot is yummy. Great idea!!

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  150. Nancy Anne in the Finger LakesJune 16, 2011 at 7:33 PM

    I am so happy to find someone else who is not fond (or hates? I do!) any vegetable that has hair/fur. Ooh yuck! As for the blocks, those I can get right behind. :o)

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  151. TexasJaneJune 16, 2011 at 7:45 PM

    Me, me, me. Pick me. I love it.

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  152. KeyQuilterJune 16, 2011 at 8:07 PM

    Looks like a good book!

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  153. Linda in PAJune 16, 2011 at 8:14 PM

    I like your blocks! Thanks for a chance to win the book and ruler.

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  154. SewcandoJune 16, 2011 at 8:23 PM

    Wow. Great choice of colors. And here I was eyeballing that book earlier today at a site. :)

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  155. Amy, aka ABBJune 16, 2011 at 8:30 PM

    Love the block and the fabrics you chose look great with the grey dots.

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  156. SandyJune 16, 2011 at 8:36 PM

    I would love to win this book and ruler....the quilts are great and I love jelly rolls! Those grey dots are awesome...I love grey fabric!

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  157. JocelynJune 16, 2011 at 9:02 PM

    This book looks awesome, as does the ruler. Thanks for the review and the giveaway :-)

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  158. chitknitJune 16, 2011 at 9:04 PM

    I'm a new quilter and would love to start building my library. Thanks for the giveaway.

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  159. SusanJune 16, 2011 at 9:05 PM

    I love Creative Grid rulers and everyone needs a new fabulous book! Pick me!

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  160. PattiJune 16, 2011 at 9:08 PM

    Looks like a great book. Love the blocks. Can't wait for Ruby to arrive.

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  161. Mom CJune 16, 2011 at 9:08 PM

    I like what you made. The white really brings out the rest. Thanks,

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  162. LauraJune 16, 2011 at 9:14 PM

    What a great block! Thanks for the chance to win.

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  163. TheresaJune 16, 2011 at 9:16 PM

    I absolutely love the colors you chose for this quilt. Your husband is going to be so lucky to receive this. I cannot wait to see all the quilts in the book.

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  164. kshackabqJune 16, 2011 at 9:19 PM

    Great quilt. Great fabric. Looks like a fabulous book. Thanks for all the fun peeks at the book!

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  165. VailJune 16, 2011 at 9:22 PM

    Love what you started and the fabric is awesome. looking forward to seeing all the projects in the book.

    vail in tn

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  166. LaurieJune 16, 2011 at 9:28 PM

    love alligator, love the hour glass blocks (and who doesn't love grey?)...thanks for a chance to win - Laurie

    llsbaskets@comcast.net

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  167. SharonJune 16, 2011 at 9:45 PM

    I am anxiously awaiting the release of both 'Hometown' and 'Ruby'. NEED this book and ruler to put the fabric to good use!! Thanks for the give-away.

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  168. Jim RobsonJune 16, 2011 at 9:49 PM

    Would love to have the book!

    Frances
    frances@robsonclan.net

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  169. AmyJune 16, 2011 at 10:22 PM

    SO cute in the hOmetown fabrics!

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  170. AndreaJune 16, 2011 at 10:23 PM

    I would love to win the book, but will pass on the alligator!

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  171. PokeyJune 16, 2011 at 11:12 PM

    please toss my name into the hat, too!
    :-}pokey

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  172. Heidi CJune 16, 2011 at 11:15 PM

    I would love to win the book and ruler!!!!!

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  173. Auntie PamiJune 16, 2011 at 11:17 PM

    Oh Sweet! Ha ha. Not so sure on the gator. I'd rather have some mudbugs. Even if I don't win, I'm getting that book, and you know me, I'm a gadget girl!

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  174. TheresaJune 16, 2011 at 11:46 PM

    You test block looks amazing!!! Love to have a chance to win the book and tool~~~ Thanks!!!!

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  175. DONNAJune 17, 2011 at 12:02 AM

    Just love the fabric choices of you block. They make quite an eye-catcher! I was reading thru some of your earlier posts and enjoyed all your stories. Which led me to crave strawberry shortcake, plus now I have to find Red, White and Sometimes Blue, in addition to this blog-hop book! Thanks for the fun!

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  176. CarbonElementaryMathJune 17, 2011 at 12:09 AM

    Loved the start of your quilt. The colors were vibrant.

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  177. anneJune 17, 2011 at 12:16 AM

    Wow lovin this book and ruler.......please count me in.

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  178. BevJune 17, 2011 at 12:26 AM

    This looks so fun!! I love the book and the ruler. I'm already imagining what I would make with them.

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  179. MarjavdNJune 17, 2011 at 12:57 AM

    Patterns, a very special ruler and also a Cajun recipe! If I didn't already know I want this, I know now!

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  180. Teresa F.June 17, 2011 at 1:14 AM

    I'm loving the blog hop.The ruler and the book look great...and I want that recipe!

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  181. GrammasheriJune 17, 2011 at 2:36 AM

    I'm ready to learn some new techniques using that interesting ruler!

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  182. SunnybecJune 17, 2011 at 2:39 AM

    I really love this book, and enjoying the blog hop thanks for the chance to win. Linda

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  183. AnonymousJune 17, 2011 at 3:13 AM

    I love your fabric choice and I love that book, what can I say more

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  184. OmaJune 17, 2011 at 3:26 AM

    Excellent fabric choices. I always love seeing what someone else chooses. Thank you for doing a giveaway!

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  185. Vicki ♥June 17, 2011 at 3:42 AM

    I love your choice of fabrics and the book looks like its a fab one to have. I hope I win a copy and if not I will just have to buy one :) Hugs Vicki

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  186. GillJune 17, 2011 at 4:16 AM

    This looks a great book!
    Count me in please!!

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  187. CaroJune 17, 2011 at 6:08 AM

    Love the book. Thanks for a chance at a great giveaway.

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  188. LeeJune 17, 2011 at 7:52 AM

    love your quilt! thanks for the giveaway!

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  189. AnonymousJune 17, 2011 at 8:58 AM

    I enjoy visiting your blog every day and I would really enjoy winning that book. Thanks for the chance! lettybarnes@gmail.com

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  190. DebrafromMDJune 17, 2011 at 9:10 AM

    I love what I have seen of this book. Hope my number gets drawn.

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  191. deseraeJune 17, 2011 at 9:23 AM

    I love the grey dot too! :)

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  192. Dreamquilter ElkeJune 17, 2011 at 9:25 AM

    I think, I will love this book. The picture are great. I am teaching patchwork and strips are the right thing for beginners. Thank you for showing us.
    Elke

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  193. CathyJune 17, 2011 at 9:35 AM

    It looks like a great book--very intriguing ruler!!

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  194. ZanymouseJune 17, 2011 at 10:02 AM

    The more I see of this book, the more I have to have it, and I'm really curious about that newfangled ruler! I love to try new things. Thank you for the giveaway!

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  195. HeartsdesireJune 17, 2011 at 11:06 AM

    This looks like a great book. I'm always looking for patterns for 2 1/2" stripes. Love the ruler too. Makes these patterns very easy.

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  196. Michele TJune 17, 2011 at 11:09 AM

    I would love this book and the ruler looks awesome. Thanks for the chance!

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  197. GretchenJune 17, 2011 at 11:50 AM

    Love the fabric choice and the quilt pattern!! I think I could use a bolt of the gray dot too. Gray is my favorite neutral and Moda sure is coming out with a lot this season. There goes the bank account LOL!

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  198. DanielleJune 17, 2011 at 12:59 PM

    Thanks for a chance to win that great looking book!

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  199. AmandaJune 17, 2011 at 1:46 PM

    Awesome giveaway! I love your hometown hourglass blocks. Can't wait to see more Ruby!!

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  200. AnonymousJune 17, 2011 at 1:53 PM

    Thanks for the chance to win!

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