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

[Barb]

I love the lollipop, they are all so adorable.

[Jane @ Handiworking]

Soooo cute. Your wreath is wonderful but, oh, that sleigh!

[Debby]

"Dashing through the snow . . . in a one-horse open sleigh. . . " The SLEIGH!! Love it.

[Diane]

I really like the sleigh block. Loving this quilt more and more each time I see it.

[Alexia]

My favourite one is the little lovely house, because no matter the beauty I can find around, I'm only happy when I'm home, especially at Christmas!

[Sally Dixon]

My favorite is the ball ornament.

[Lorna]

So hard to choose! They all are adorable, but I think the sleigh or maybe the lollipop with the swirl are my favorites!

[Wendy]

I love the gingerbread house but the wreath comes a close second - so simple but so effective with the buttons added as berries. Thank you for the chance of a great giveaway xx

[Janet Beyea]

The lollipop with the swirl in the middle just jumped out at me!

[Susan P]

I think my favorite block would have to be the gingerbread house. It's so cherry and whimsical.

[Gayle S]

It is hard to pick a favorite, but I think the candies would be fun to make.

[Mara]

I like the gingerbread house.

[Elsie]

Just wondered who won the Miss Kate giveaway? Didn't see it anywhere.

[Cheryl Marvin]

The sled is my favorite!

[Jackie]

I think the wreath you made is very nice but my favorite is the gingerbread house!

[Peggy Gibbs]

The gingerbread house is my favorite.
Thanks.

[Patricia M.]

Love the lollipop!

[Valerie B]

I like the candy cane block

[Nancy Andrews]

I love the lollipop blog, and it's a beautiful BOM.

[carol c]

the colors are just perfect, and your other colors of pinks and teals are my fav

[Lynn]

I like the sleigh the best!

[Ruthie Peterburg]

I absolutely adore this pattern, my favorite block is the sled with the Christmas tree.
Warm hugs,
Ruthie

[Megan]

My favorite is the Christmas tree!

[Theresa N]

I like the Christmas stocking the best.

[Vickie]

That's a hard decision....I think I'll have to pick the sleigh.

[Vickie]

That's a hard decision....I think I'll have to pick the sleigh.

[Vickie]

That's a hard decision....I think I'll have to pick the sleigh.

[Margaret]

I love them all, but I think the gingerbread house is my favorite.

[Archiethewonderdog]

I love the little house!

[MaryBeth]

I love the sleigh. Soooo cute!!

[Vanessa Kasal]

My favorites are the gingerbread house and sleigh but all the pieces are adorable!!!

[Cherise]

I think the gingerbread house block is my favorite but I do love your wreath block with all those little buttons on it! So cute!

[J Denton]

Love, love the gingerbread house!

[Rachell R]

I love them all! But the stocking and candy cane are extra cute!
I love the rich colors and snowflake prints.
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[Pam C`]

I dont' think I can choose a favorite-I love them all. Since I have to choose one, I will select the sleigh.

[Cheryl J]

The Candy Cane is my favorite block. It reminds me of a cross stitch one I made years ago and still put on my tree every year!

[Jen K]

I love the sleigh.

[Clara Chandler]

This wall hanging certainly inspires me to think about the BOM. What cute designs! I love the wreath with the "berries" and bow. Thanks for the chance to win.

[Pam J]

I think my favorite is the gingerbread house, but the wreath is a close second. They are lovely blocks and would be a lot of fun to make. Thanks for sharing.

[Denise in PA]

They are all adorable, but I love the swirly peppermint lollipop the best. o:)

[Mystica]

I love the lollipop.

[Carol H]

I think the sleigh is just the cutest!

[donna]

I love the lollipop! So cute!

[donna]

I love the lollipop! So cute!

[Amanda Best]

They are all super cute, but my favorite is the gingerbread house!

[Carol C.]

Love the stocking and the tree!!!

[Margaret]

Kristyne, did you see the Valentine Rose fabrics on sale at FQS today only? Just askin'

[jmniffer]

I like the Gingerbread House block the most. Thanks for the chance at your giveaway.

[Ruth Griffeth]

My favorite block is the Christmas Stocking!

[Karen Thurn]

All the blocks are great! I like them all. The perfused laser cut makes them all look so easy and doable. Is that a word? kthurn@bektel.com