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Friday, August 9, 2013

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IT'S OKAY IF YOU SIT ON MY QUILT
by Mary Ellen Hopkins


Many Christmases ago I received a gift from my sister in law. 
This gift was life changing. 
The gift consisted of a rotary mat and this book, 
along with a a little note saying that the 3rd part of the gift 
would be here soon. 
I could NOT figure out how this book and this big green mat 
were suppose to be used together.
I was a bit puzzled because I could not figure out what the 3rd part was. At this point in the game I already knew how to quilt, the old fashioned template way.
Can you guess what the 3rd part was?
About 3 weeks later, my very first 
rotary cutter arrived in the mail.
That was the life changing part. 

I had made a few quilts from THE SAMPLER QUILT by Diane Leone
 tracing all the pattern pieces  to templates, 
then to fabric and
 then cutting with scissors.

Not until THE IT'S OKAY IF YOU SIT ON MY BOOK 
(along with my trusted mat and rotary cutter)
came along was I truly inspire to quilt every single day.

Fast forward 32 years and 300 quilts later and I still love a good quilt book.
I am fortune to have been involved with the making of 
many books along with  
having good friends that are talented authors.
But my brand newest, 
most favorite book 
as of right now today is,  


The sub title says, Family, Friends, Foods  & Quilts. 
Because I love it so much, I am going to give one away.
Tell me why you need this book and I will draw a winner at random on 
SUNDAY, August 11th.
I will post the winner late in the evening.

Stop by all the other blogs on the book club hop today!
PLUS... the generous crew at United Notions has a special giveaway for 6 books to add to your own collection on Moda's Book Club Day here... http://modafabrics.blogspot.com/2013/08/book-lovers-day-hooray.html
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44 comments:

  1. TeriAugust 9, 2013 at 6:19 AM

    The first book was great, so I imagine this one will be amazing also. I can't wait to take a peek inside because I have been collecting the light fabrics. Perhaps this will give me a reason to cut into them.

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  2. Kay HolmAugust 9, 2013 at 6:48 AM

    i need this book because I have been so busy finising up my degree that I have not been able to get to my quilting but that hasn't stopped me from buying fat quarters, and they are calling to me

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  3. Annette CrainAugust 9, 2013 at 7:09 AM

    Family, friends, quilts and food - what else is there in life??
    I really need this book in my library.....
    Thank you!
    nettiecrain@live.com

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  4. krisgrayAugust 9, 2013 at 7:20 AM

    So many of my books are pattern after pattern, I love the idea of some themed essays from a quilter. The concept is intriguing!

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  5. JoyceLMAugust 9, 2013 at 7:59 AM

    I love quilt books - just reading them makes me happy. Cheryl's book sounds like a fun book I need for my collection. Thanks for the chance to win it.

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  6. Lee Ann L.August 9, 2013 at 8:26 AM

    The it's okay if you sit on my quilt book looks really cool! Thanks for sharing!

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  7. WendyAugust 9, 2013 at 8:44 AM

    I trust you...if you say it is a good book and your favourite, then that is good enough reason to want one! Add me to the list of others who want it...please?

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  8. Joan and KevinAugust 9, 2013 at 8:59 AM

    The book looks Great! That's why I need it, please!
    Thanks for the giveaway!

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  9. vedaAugust 9, 2013 at 9:07 AM

    I love waking up to an inspiration this morning. Thanks, Lissa. After seeing the cover of this book...the soft calming colors (my favorites)...the awesome photo shot...the title and the amazing sub title so dear to my heart, this is a book I know I will love.

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  10. LindaAugust 9, 2013 at 9:27 AM

    I can't believe it! I also have the "It's Okay if You Sit on My Quilt". I had the great fortune to attend a workshop with Mary Ellen Hopkins way up here in Canada. I do believe she was the inspiration for my 35 year quilting career! Would love a chance to win the book. Lurking Linda

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  11. PamelaAugust 9, 2013 at 9:33 AM

    There are so many great quilting books being published and to help me decide which ones to use, I really appreciate the reviews of other quilters. So I would love this book because you are recommending it!

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  12. UnknownAugust 9, 2013 at 9:38 AM

    I need this book simply because I can never have enough quilt books and the cover is beautiful!

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  13. RegenaAugust 9, 2013 at 10:18 AM

    it's been so very long since I bought a quilt book and this one looks fabulous! I am crossing my fingers it's me!
    rrregena at aol dot com

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  14. RegenaAugust 9, 2013 at 10:20 AM

    I have that Diane Leone book and I took a class from her many, many, oh so many moons ago in mountain view.

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  15. Miranda PAugust 9, 2013 at 11:14 AM

    I love looking through and reading quilt books! This seems like a wonderful book to read with beautiful projects to create! Thanks for the chance!

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  16. ChrisAugust 9, 2013 at 11:30 AM

    Cheryl Arkison's designs are great and I love quilt books with food in them also!

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  17. MaryAugust 9, 2013 at 11:54 AM

    Family, friends, food, and quilts - I love them all so must need this book.

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  18. JanetAugust 9, 2013 at 1:31 PM

    I just love the title. Wouldn't it be marvelous to enjoy 31 Sundays in a row?! It looks like a lovely book - thanks for the chance.

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  19. Linda CatesAugust 9, 2013 at 1:45 PM

    I need inspiration!!

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  20. AnonymousAugust 9, 2013 at 2:17 PM

    THANK YOU SO FOR OFFERING A GIVEAWAY OF SUCH A NEAT BOOK! I COULD SURE USE THIS FOR NEW FRESH IDEAS!
    HAPPY STITCHING!

    msstitcher1948@yahoo.com

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  21. DonnaAugust 9, 2013 at 2:22 PM

    Another book to add to my growing list. This blog hopping is getting expensive.
    Thanks for your story.

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  22. BeckyAugust 9, 2013 at 2:46 PM

    Thanks so much for recommending A Month of Sundays! I have not seen this book. I love reading and studying quilt books. This is one that I will add to my list. Happy Friday!

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  23. AllisonAugust 9, 2013 at 3:31 PM

    I need some motivation to be quilting each and every day!

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  24. MaryAugust 9, 2013 at 4:21 PM

    I'd love to have a copy of the Book, thanks for the giveaway on this Nat'l Book Lover's Day.

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  25. nancy b.August 9, 2013 at 5:02 PM

    I need this book because those four things are my life! :-) What a lovely blog you have, and thanks for being generous, too!

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  26. KatieAugust 9, 2013 at 6:49 PM

    I love quilt books and this one looks like an especially beautiful one! Please pick me!

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  27. Amy, a redeemed sheepAugust 9, 2013 at 7:51 PM

    I need this book because I need to make a low volume quilt! =)

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  28. Sally HurstAugust 9, 2013 at 7:58 PM

    What a fun idea for a blog tour--reading and quilting are my two favorite past-times. I'd love to win your quilt book give-away!

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  29. momto1August 9, 2013 at 11:10 PM

    I just checked out the preview of that book on Amazon - it looks like great fun! Someone REALLY knows how to kick back and live.

    Thanks for sharing it!

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  30. Trina KAugust 10, 2013 at 2:10 AM

    Looks like a great read, thanks for the give away.

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  31. BrendaLynneAugust 10, 2013 at 4:40 AM

    Would love to have the book, because just like fabric, one can never have enough!!

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  32. LeeAugust 10, 2013 at 6:52 AM

    I have decided that since I am the only quilter in my family that I am going to make all the nieces and nephews quilts - starting with the youngest who is 6 and working up... Trying not to think of how many this will be... I am SURE it will take me a month of Sundays but I am up to the challenge! What would be better than A Month of Sundays Quilt Book! Thank you for the post - I have learned about so many fun quilty reads along the way.

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  33. JaneAugust 10, 2013 at 7:27 AM

    I need this book because it is my birthday(8-11)and you can never have too many beautiful quilt books!

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  34. dream quilt createAugust 10, 2013 at 7:32 AM

    I need this book because I love family, friends, food and quilts!

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  35. Mama PrisAugust 10, 2013 at 12:39 PM

    I "need" this book because I don't like to cook ~ and I need all the help I can get (with the "food" part)!!

    I enjoy your blog!!

    Warmly,
    Pris Phillips

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  36. UnknownAugust 10, 2013 at 6:02 PM

    Love the name of the quilt book,"It's Okay if You Sit on My Quilt Book." How cute is that?

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  37. Glenda in FloridaAugust 10, 2013 at 8:29 PM

    I need this book because I've known Cheryl through on-line groups for about 15 years. I've got the first book, and I need the second, and any future books that she writes!

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  38. TheresaAugust 10, 2013 at 9:17 PM

    I need this book to remember the days when Sunday was a day to be with family and friends and enjoying food. Sunday was such a good day. Sadly the stores are opened, people are working and running around and not enjoying life like it use to be.

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  39. MaryAugust 10, 2013 at 9:32 PM

    Sunday afternoons are like heaven. There's nothing like that time to relax and enjoy time with family, take a nice nap, stitch on a quilt or bake a nice batch of cookies.
    Low volume quilts are so intriguing and I would love to try one. This book would be a great guideline for giving it a whirl.

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  40. Nancy MAugust 11, 2013 at 8:24 AM

    I have heard Cheryl at a trunk show last year. I did not realize her new book was out! Loved the first one. I would live to win it!

    Nancy

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  41. llavmcAugust 11, 2013 at 11:08 AM

    Who doesn't need a great book about food, quilting, family and friends. With all that, what more could one need in life?

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  42. SuzeAugust 11, 2013 at 4:46 PM

    My first quilt book was "The Sampler Quilt." We were supposed to put them together using Georgia Bonesteel's lap quilting method. Mine is in the attic. I have all the blocks made for a king quilt and some of the blocks are quilted and I think I have one row finished. Oh, my, the back is plain muslin and shows everything. That's the way we did it then. It's a long story as to why it's unfinished and in the attic. Many, many years later I found out from the person who hurt my feelings over it, it was all a misunderstanding. Thanks for sharing your inspirations. Don't we all need another book - you never know from whence a great idea will emerge.

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  43. JanetAugust 11, 2013 at 9:02 PM

    Need this book? Can you ask why we WANT this book? It looks like fun! It looks lighthearted, and mostly, it looks like I don't have it in my library (yet).

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  44. CeciliaAugust 11, 2013 at 10:55 PM

    I need this book because it looks like an interesting one and I can always use new inspiration,

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