fat quarter style book review ... & a giveaway, of course

Oh my goodness!  I'm so sorry for my long silence, but we were away on a little (16 day) holiday.  For past vacations I always pre-wrote stuff, but I just didn't have the time.  Please forgive me.

Now I love my sister and all, but why-oh-why does she have to live in Iowa?  Don't get me wrong, I have nothing against Iowa.  It's it's a lovely place.  And because I live in an extremely dry climate, my skin was loving the humidity.  (My hands have since returned to their usual alligator-like appearance.)  But it's just not ... you know, Paris or Australia or ... Chicago!!! 

I have so much to say ...

Actually.  Hold that thought. 

Even though I have a few fun stories and more sewing stuff to share, I really should stay focused on today's post, which is Fat Quarter Shop's new book Fat Quarter Style. 

If you either have a ton of FQs in your stash that are just begging to be used OR need an excuse to buy that new FQ bundle, this is definitely a must-have book for your quilting library.  It's chalk-a-block (or is it supposed to be chalker-block, or chock-something ... isn't it annoying when you try to spell something for the first time - something that you've heard and said your whole life - and you no idea if you've got it right?) FULL of quick, easy and fun quilts.

I'm at the tail end of this book tour so in case you missed the other reviews and samples, check them out! :)

August 4: Paula of The Sassy Quilter

August 6: Kelly of My Quilt Infatuation

August 8: Karin of Leigh Laurel Studios

August 11: Caroline of Sew Can She

August 13: Jana of Jana Machado

August 15: Amy of Stitchery Dickory Dock

August 18: Lee of Freshly Pieced

August 20: Holly of Bijou Lovely

August 22: Ashley of Film in The Fridge

August 25: Erin of Why Not Sew?

August 29: Amy of Diary of A Quilter

Here's mine.

Now in the interest of full disclosure, although I have no shortage of FQs in my stash, all my "good fabric" is still in boxes.  My scraps, however, are conveniently sorted by colour in plastic bins.  Naturally I made a bee-line to the pinks.  I also just finished a quilt top using a linen taupe and had a nice large scrap still on my sewing table.  I thought it would be fun to do a reverse-value sample from the one shown in the book so I made my "plume" darker than my prints rather than lighter. 

So.  I have a copy of Fat Quarter Style here that needs a good home.  If you'd like a chance to be that home, please leave me a comment confessing if you have FQs you need to use up or just want an excuse to buy more for your stash. :)

This giveaway closes on Monday, Sept. 1st and is open to all.  Good luck! 

And I promise to be back soon with a few vacation stories that hopefully aren't exceedingly boring, some sewing stuff (including an update on the woefully neglected hexagon quilt) ... and NO talk about unpacking!  LOL! 

Comments

[BillieBee]

I confess! I have fat quarter bundles everywhere, but I still have room for this book....grin.

[Sarah J.]

I am always looking for a reason to buy more fabric (it's the best part of sewing in my opinion :) ), but I'm sure I have plenty in stock to create at least a few of these projects! I have seen several cute projects from this book I would love to put on my "to-do" list. Thanks for the chance!

[Cindy Lambert]

A new bundle, of course!!

[Joyce Mitchell]

I have tons of FQs that need to be used up, but that doesn't stop me from adding to my stash. Thanks.

[Nancy]

When I think of the word Plume or Fleur I go to the Pinks too. I have loads of Fabric, a New Sewing Machine,and I am a Beginning Quilter! This is just the Book that would really get me going because of all the different sizes offered in the Book. Plus with all the Quilts I have seen in the tour, they look easy, made for me right now.
Thanks for the Give Away and have a Great Day!
Huggs, Nancy
(going to follow you too)

[Carrie P.]

I definitely have fat quarters I need to use. thanks for the giveaway. glad you had a nice vacation.

[Carol]

I have many fat quarters and I love them! They are so usable in many quilts and projects. I would love the book to use up some of mine!
Thanks for the giveaway!
Carol

[MANDY]

No fat quarters, sadly but happy to buy some with a good book in hand to guide me on quilt making. Fingers crossed. Mx

[ELLEN]

I have a ton of "country" fat quarters from my country phase. Here's hoping it comes back into vogue OR i'll just have to buy some new ones! teeheeeeee!
thanx!

[Mariana]

This is the perfect excuse to get me a FFA bundle by Heather Ross

[Sara]

I'm glad you were just taking a holiday, and I'm really glad you're back, I was starting to miss you! I hope you enjoyed it, and return to blogland full of energy and inspiration. I wouldn't mind a book like this. i don't really have a lot of fat quarters, and don't have the budget to buy heaps, but I have some really nice scraps, which just need to get used! Some of them have been in my grandmother's scrap basket since the sixties! They might be valuable vintage items, who knows?

[Super Mom - No Cape!]

I have to admit to having a weakness for fabric quarters. When you're traveling from contract to contract as we have for the past few years, sometimes you just need a fabric fix and a fat quarter (or 2) are easy to fit into a suitcase somewhere. I'd love to win that book. Thanks for the chance!

[Tina]

So great to see your post - we've missed you!! Great giveaway!!

[Rebecca L.]

I LOVE fat quarters, I can always use an excuse to buy more (right now I am looking at a Miss Kate Bundle)!!

Congrats on the book!

[anne]

Oh, did you hear that? Yes, those are my fat quarters just crying to be let out of their storage box. There are so many I don't remember the actual number but, there must be a lot from the sounds of things.

[Jennifer]

Yes, I have Fat Quarters to use up, but always love an excuse to buy more! Love your dark "plume".
Thanks for the chance, would love to win this book.

[Terri Mc]

I only have a few FQ so there is room for more on my new shelves. Thanks for the chance to win the book..it looks great ! I wondered why you went missing here lately and thought you were busy getting settled in your new big house. Love your blog and your precise sewing skills.

[Brenda Schulze]

Do I have a stash of fatquarters? ummmm.......is my family reading this? If yes, the no I don't have a stash of those. If they're not reading then oh my heck yes I have enough fatquarters to clothe a small country. Do I need an excuse to buy more? ummm....obviously not because I see to do really really well buying them without any excuse in the world! But to have an excuse for once would be MAHVELOUS DARLING!!!!! lol

[Sandy K]

A new book is a good reason to get more fat quarters.

[Vicki H]

Any new pattern or book should have at least one or two new fq's don't you think?

[Sharon B.]

So happy to see a post from you! I was sure that you had gotten lost in your new home surrounded by boxes!!! All kidding aside, I'm glad to know that you and your family enjoyed a holiday together.
I have quite a few fat quarters so this book would be perfect to pick a new pattern from. I have my eye on a couple of them. I chuckle at the comments, I guess a girl can never have enough fabric, myself included!
I love the fabric you used for your block, very pretty.

[Michele T]

This book looks great and I happen to have a few FQs in my stash that need a pattern!!

[Christine M]

I have a bundle of Bonnie and Camille's Scrumptious range that I was given for my 50th last year. It is just waiting for the right pattern to make a special quilt for myself. Thanks for the lovely giveaway.

[barbara woods]

i have a few that news a pattern, thanks

[Trisch]

I have fat quarters that need to be used even though they look lovely on my shelf. I am sure they would be much happier in a beautiful quilt!! Thanks for the chance to win.

[Lisa Marie]

Yes, I have FQs that need to be used up and Yes, I want an excuse to buy more! Looks like a book full of great patterns, thanks for the chance to win.

[Gloriajean Penny]

I'm so glad you are back. I really missed you.
I know what you mean, I just moved myself. All my fabric is still packed, Whats a girl to do??? So I ordered more bundles. I would love to have the book.

Best wishes,
Gloriajean

[Louise]

Are you kidding a gal can never have enough fat quarters! And books...I feel the same way about books, love them all..glad you are taking some time out of your unpacking for some fun.thanks for the opportunity.

[Lisa E]

A 16-day vacation sounds heavenly. Share the stories! This book sounds great, and I have plenty of fat quarters to use.

[Sigi G]

Thank you for showing us this block - when seeing the quilt, my first thought was - too hard - let's check the next one, but when I saw your block close up - it is so simple and beautiful. I have lots of Christmas Fat Quarters that would look stunning in this block. Thank you so much for another chance at this giveaway!!

[Sandy O]

Ohhhhhh, we missed you!!! So glad you're back!! Can't wait for more stories :)

[Susan]

I have a TON of fat quarters that are screaming for this book! I never need an excuse to buy more....and have to MAKE myself refrain! I'd love to win!

[Jean K]

Would love a chance at winning this book. It looks great! I do have some fat quarters, but, of course I need more :) It seems I am always missing a few, and don't have the right ones to put together.

[Joan]

I have a stash of fat quarters, but I don't need any excuse to buy more. I am always adding to my collection.Thanks for the chance to win.

[Sylvia Anderson]

I have some beautiful Amanda Murphy fat quarters just waiting for a copy of this book. Sure hope I'm lucky enough to win one of them. Thanks for the giveaway opportunity.

[Jayne Griffith]

I have tons of fat quarters and would not be opposed to buying another bundle, lol.

[Marie]

Well I have a few FQ's but mostly I have stacks of half-yards and I'm really sure that I "need" some more to go with them. This book would find a very good home with me!

[Tammy mcTammy]

Hello my name is Tammy and I could be a fabric hoarder! I can always use a good reason to buy more fat quarters. Thanks for the chance to win. Love your quilt.

[Laura in NH]

I confess: I'm looking for a good excuse to add more FQ's to my stash. Ah, that felt good~ confession is good for the soul.

[Barb]

Fat quarters? Oh, I have enough to make 100 quilts, but like you, I savor them, and bring them out, touch them lovingly, then put them back again!! I must say though, I'm inspired by this book - I adore the quilt you've shown, and have JUST the fabric to make it too….cutting it though….mmmm! Does anyone else have this problem?!!

[Charlene Boykin]

I am always needing more and more for my stash. I can never have too much!

[Janet W]

I would love that book! I confess to never having made a quilt.... but always wanting to make one (or a dozen). And I'm certain that I already possess enough fat quarters to make most of the quilts featured in the book. So it only seems right that I should win. Because surely you want to help me get started on my very first quilt, right? I'm convinced that winning this book would be the catalyst....

: )

[Cecilia]

I have a lot of fat quarters that I need to use. This book is just what I need. Thanks for the chance to win. Welcome back.

[Karen]

Oh my ... I really, really need to go shopping for more FQ's!

[Connie]

I just confessed to a friend today that I have an entire four-drawer chest of drawers full of fat quarter collections that I MUST use up before I die of shame. (Plus the Houston quilt show is in two months!)

[Jennifer Shirley]

I have fat quarters in my stash, plus I just inherited my mom's stash, so lots and lots to use up. I love the samples shown at the other sites. Would definitely use this book.

[Sarah]

I have some fat quarters, but mostly random pieces of yardage and scraps. I would love this book, and I LOVE what you did with the block!

[Dana]

Oh my goodness! I have so many fat quarters (and vintage fabrics) are whimpering from neglect! I must get busy cutting and sewing!

[erin mcsweeney]

not only do i have fq's to use up...but i for sure would love to buy more fq

[Rickie]

I have fat quarters... I need an intervention! LOL but a book to inspire me to cut and use them would be ever so appreciated! :-)