christmas keepsake - and a giveaway

Kits.  There's just something about a kit ... especially when it comes in the mail.

As a proud stash owner, I love diving into my private fabric collection to create something pretty.  But every once in a while, it's really nice when someone else does all the thinking for me.  Kits are perfect for those moments.  You are guaranteed that everything you need - all perfectly coordinated - is right there at your fingertips.  No thinking, no hunting, no frustration.

Shabby Fabrics has a new Block of the Month program, kitted into 10 packages - including laser cut pieces (yay!) or traditional applique pieces if you prefer, and all the necessary embellishment - you do NOT have to trace, cut, or go to 10 different stores looking for the exact right colour and size of buttons, ribbons, bells, etc. ... LOL!

I whipped up this lovely wreath in about 1/2 an hour.  Can't decide if it's going to be a pillow, a bag, or a wall hanging ... or something else.

If you're interested in finding out more, click here.

As promised, I have another giveaway.  Shabby Fabrics is offering a $25 gift certificate for their shop to one of you.  To enter, just tell me which of the blocks in "Christmas Keepsakes" (first photo) is your favourite.  This giveaway closes October 15th and is open to all!  :)

There are seven other bloggers who also have a giveaway for you!  You can see more about this Block of the Month and enther their giveaways here:

Yesterday
Paula @ The Sassy Quilter
Erin @ Stay at Home Mummy
Karin @ Leigh Laurel Studios
 
Today
Melissa @ Happy Quilting
 
Tomorrow
Erin @ Why Not Sew?
Caroline @ SewCanShe

 

Comments

[Lisa Marie]

My favorite is the stocking. Laser cut applique sounds great!

[Chiska]

I love the gingerbread house and the lollipop. I just can't decide which of the two I like better.

[DebrafromMD]

The gingerbread house is my favorite.

[Sylvia Anderson]

As I indicated over at Happy Quilting, I can't pick just one, since they are all equally so darn cute, so I am choosing as my favorite, the Wreath, since it is featured on your blog today, and that way they can all be my favorites by the end of the Blog Tour. Thanks you so much for this giveaway opportunity.

[NancyB from Many LA]

My favorite is the Gingerbread House!

[Lisa E]

The sleigh. Those swirly, twirly skis look like its ready for a ride!

[Nancy]

I like the gingerbread house the best…the whole quilt is just darling. Thanks for the chance at the giveaway!

[kade]

I love them all. But I think the tee is simple and says "Christmas" best for me.

[Anita]

The candy cane is my favorite. Thanks for the giveaway!

[barbara woods]

i love that weeath, thanks for the chance

[kim]

That candy cane is looking pretty darn cute to me!! The buttons on your wreath are so cute, Thank you for the giveaway.

[Kristi]

I think my favorite block is the gingerbread house! But I really love them all! Thanks for the giveaway!

[Kathleen dalecio]

The wreath with its' tiny berry-buttons just became my new favorite! The blocks in this project are so cute. Thanks for sharing this all with us.

[Mary Ann]

My favorite block is the sleigh. Great giveaway.

[Michelle @ needle and nest]

I really like the gingerbread house block. It is just adorable! Thanks for the chance to win!

[Karen Thurn]

I like the gingerbread house and tree blocks but they all look they would be fun to make. kthurn@bektel.com

[Helen LeBrett]

My favorite is the gingerbread house, but you sure did a lovely job on the wreath too!! :-) Hugs, H in Healdsburg

[Christine M]

Your Christmas wreath is just gorgeous. My favourite block is the Gingerbread House. Thanks for the lovely giveaway.

[Bari Jo]

So cute! Thank you, K! The lollipop caught my eye - and what a fun idea to make a pillow or something! You always have great ideas! :O)

[Sarah J.]

I love the tree block- so sweet! I also love that this is a quick and adorable project-- something I might be able to finish. Thanks for the chance to win!

[Helen B]

My favourite is the sleigh block. The whole quilt is gorgeous!

[Super Mom - No Cape!]

What an adorable quilt! My favorite block is the sleigh, but they are all really pretty. Thanks for another great giveaway and the chance to win!

[Lee]

Hard to choose but I think I really love the most the sleigh with the tree in it! thank you!

[TS]

I love the gingerbread house in the center...but they're all so cute! I'm slowly getting in the holiday spirit, you just nudged me a little further :) Thank you.

[Cheryl]

Without a doubt, the sleigh with its tree and presents.

[Viviana]

Me encantan todos pero la piruleta es mi favorita.

[Sherry B]

I really like the wreath you did....love the precut pieces & the details! Cute, cute, cute!

[Sue]

I love the sleigh block in traditional appliqué......looks tricky though!

[carol]

I like the whole project, but like the sleigh best, thanks for the giveaway.

[Michele T]

Its a toss up between the Lollipop and Gingerbread House!!

[Stacy]

I like the gingerbread house the best!

[Melissa]

Ooh! I just saw this cute quilt today! so adorable! I really love the lolly pop but I think the sleigh would be more practical... but I REALLY love the lolly pop!

[Tammy mcTammy]

I love that darling Gingerbread House it is beyond cute!

[Jenn A]

I like the candy cane.

[Carolina Rodríguez Malpica de Fuentes]

My favortie one is the christmas stocking, love it...

[edith]

I think the whole project is just adorable. But having to pick just one block - the gingerbread house. I just love little houses :)

[BillieBee]

Pretty hard decision, but I'll pick the sleigh.

[Kathy]

I really love the candy cane - but love the lollipop too!

[Denise Cabral]

I like the ornament the best!

[Polly]

You always give a HARD choice! They are all just adorable, but if I have to choose just one, it's probably he sleigh. Just fnished a kit I've been holding for a few years. All Hallows' Eve from Fig Tree. Love it.

[Gayle]

The Gingerbread House block is my favorite!

[Anita Carol Gambrell]

My favorite is the lollipop!

[viv]

Love that Gingerbread House.

[Lizzie]

Adorable! I just love the tootsies on that stocking, but I also think the gingerbread house is super!

[Linda M]

No contest, the gingerbread house is my favorite!

[Kris B]

I love all of the blocks, but have to say the Gingergbread house is my favorite. I have fallen in love them yrs ago and have some hanging in my kitchen all year.

[Edda Soffia]

I like the Candy cane best

[usairdoll]

What a darling wallhanging! Love the gingerbread house...and the sleigh. Oh and the loli-pop is darling as well, hehe.

Thank you and Shabby Fabrics for a super giveaway and a chance to win.

usairdoll(at)gmail(dot)com

[Maria Beuttenmuller]

This Keepsake quilt is such a lovely work of art! I love the color combinations and the appliqué blocks! While the wreath reminds me of the natural pine wreaths I hang on my door every year, there is something about the gingerbread house that fills the air with Holiday smells and therefore warmth. I am picking the gingerbread house as my favorite with all my senses !
Here's hoping!

[wendy]

I love the gingerbread house, I can just see a cute little lane of them all in a row.