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

[Rina]

I do have lots of fat quarters that need used up but every time a new line is released it seems that I need some of those fat quarters.

[Polly]

Do I have Fat Quarters? What a silly question! But I also have a TON of smallish scraps so I definitely NEED this book. So happy for your vacation and still really looking forward to pics of your new home. Thank you for this great opportunity.

[Lee]

I have some fat quarters - but they may not be just the right ones! thanks!

[Karen McMahon]

I have fat quarters and am sure I will be buying more. I always are looking for fabrics to use them up!

[Carolyn S Cecil]

My husband just put some IKEA shelving on the wall in my sewing room. It is full and I still have more fabric in large plastic containers! Would love to have the new book. Thanks and welcome back!

[Melanie]

I would love this book! I want to make that star quilt on the cover.

[Teresa W]

I like your darker plume. I also LOVE the pattern on the cover!! I have some fat quarters that I'm planning on using for a quilt for my son, so I would definitely have to buy some new fabric because this quilt would be for me. ;)

[Debbie B]

I discovered a couple new quilt shops not to far from me. Would make a nice road trip with an excuse! My hubby loves going on drives, especially in the fall. So Its definitely a new FQ bundle for me!

[Lee]

I have sooooo many fat quarters to use but it doesn't stop me from picking up more! Hope you and the family had a wonderful time in Iowa and the native 'United Statians' were nice to you all (channeling your daughter).

[wendy]

I admit I have fat quarters to use up but.....I will need more to replace those when I use them. Right?

[Karen]

And YOU KNOW Fat Quarters are a Quilters' very Best Friend!! Always to the rescue!!

[Betsy in The Sunny Seattle Suburbs]

Yes, I do have a number of FQ stacks that are begging to be used. I also have several multi-yard stacks that are begging to be made into their intended purpose - king-sized quilts to send off to be long-armed. I would love to use this book and simply make more blocks to create king-sized tops.
Thanks for the info and an opportunity to win!
Betsy
P.S. Good luck on getting the rest of your fabric unpacked...

[Maryann]

Just finished my sewing room and wouldn't you know it, I have shelf space that requires some new fat quarters. Yeah to more space!!!

[Cindy A.]

WOW! A sixteen day vacation?! I don't think I've ever had one, not even on our honeymoon. Definitely feel free to tell us what it's like.

The answer to your query is yes, and yes. I have tons of fat quarters, some in really nicely coordinated bundles even, but always welcome the opportunity to add more to the mix. Sounds like this book might be just what I need to both use what I have and feel guilt free for adding more.

[margaret schindler]

I have some fat quarters that I need to use up so that i can buy some more.

[Lee M.]

It's so good to hear from you! We knew you have been a "tad" busy, but it's great to hear all is well! I miss your daily posts so much, they make my day, make me smile and inspire me! Just thought it was time I mention how much I love your blog and talent!

Hope we get to see you finished quilt soon, looks very pretty! Best of luck and happiness in your new home!

[Julia]

Oh, do I have fat quarters! In particular, a little bundle of Rustique that I am looking for the perfect patttern to showcase the lovely prints! Thanks for the chance to win!

[Karen Seitz]

I certainly have enough fat quarters to make more than one of the quilts in this book, but I am not averse to buying more for the perfect fit!

[Kathleen]

Oh I have a plethora of fat quarters just waiting to be used!! And I think the phrase you are searching for is "chock-full" - at least that's how I say it. Thanks for the opportunity to win!

[marilyn holley-stupka]

I definitely have fat quarters that I need to use but there is always room for more. But seriously, where were you in Iowa. Jim and I both grew up in Clarion, Iowa north of Ames. His parents grew up in that area mine were both from Waterloo and we both have loads of friends and relatives sprinkled around the state. We do not go there in the summer!! Anyway, glad to have you back, house getting settled?

[Lisa]

I just purchased a lovely fq bundle today, what a coincidence! This book would be just the thing to use my pretty new bundle. Thank you for a lovely give away.

[Shelly]

I have some fat quarters. But would love an excuse to buy more.

[Maureen L]

I would love a copy of Fatquarters Style!
I can always use an excuse to buy another
bundle!!

Maureen

[Denise Cabral]

I have a lot of fat quarters that I need to use but I still like to buy more!

[Bonnie Nyquist]

Welcome back, and I am now receiving your blog,for some reason it had stopped. I have more than enough fat quarter bundles! Your blocks look great! so happy to have you back!

[Colette]

Oh the fat quarters I have.....I need a book to help me use them all up. Thank you for the give away.

[Mary P]

Just very good to hear from you. I am glad you had a chance to get away. We have been moving this summer too, after 23 years and 4 kids in the same house. It is A LOT of work. Kind regards!

[Anita Carol Gambrell]

I do I do I do admit to both! Yes I have fat quarters I need to use and Yes I plan on buying more!

[Lisa]

Fat quarters did you say fat quarters? My fat quarters have fat quarters. I think they have even set up family groupings and communities. I really need this book. Lol. On second thought we talked it over and none of my fat quarters want to go. Haha.

[Shelly S.]

I LOVE fat quarters and would have no shortage from which to complete every project in the book!

[Ruth F]

Don't tell my husband how many FQ bundles I have.... Kate Spain, Minick & Simpson, Bonnie & Camille, to name a few. I bought each with a plan, but it's just so hard to cut into them.

[Beth T.]

Both, definitely both. It's great fun to gather the fat quarters and then go digging for companions for them from the scrap basket(s).

[NancyL]

I definitely have LOTS of FQ to use up!! Trying really hard to not buy anymore fabric until I use up a bunch of what I already have. Would love to make some quilts from this book!!

[Kathy E.]

Honestly, I don't have many fat quarters...maybe 5 total. I have lots of remnants that I buy from the clearance racks and that keeps me satisfied! Would love to win!

[Bethany]

I have lots of fat quarters that need used! I just started sewing one year ago and my fabric stash is growing rapidly! haha

[barbara woods]

Have some just waiting

[edith]

So glad you're back - you've been missed.
I definitely fall into the "excuse to buy new" category. And a new book is the perfect excuse.
Glad you're doing well, looking forward to catching up.

[Sandy B]

Fat quarters!!! I've got a (let's say) few to choose from and am not averse to aquiring more. So a lovely book about using said FQs would be absolutely fabulous. Thanks for your generous offer K. (Enjoy your vacation my dear.) xx

[Sandy A in St. Louis]

I just went through my FQs and sorted them by color. I have lots that I need to use up, but can always find a reason to buy more!

[Marianne P]

Oh, I sure do love fat quarters..they're so hard to resist! I could definitely use a nice book like this one to use up some of my FQ stash. Thanks for the chance.

[jenni]

Embarrassingly enough I have approx. 200 FQ's that need to be used, That, of course, does not stop me from buying more! What a wonderful book!
By the way, you were very missed>

[tamara]

I am a normal quilter, so of course I have no shortage of fat quarters, and no problem adding to my stash of fats.

[Carmen]

Can one person ever have enough FQs? I definitely need more in my stash.

[Karen Shackleford]

Can't wait for your vacation stories. Seems I remember you always have good stories when you're with your sister. Love your pink and taupe plume block too. Will be fun to see more. Thanks for the chance to win!

[stitchgirl78]

Love! Love! Love! Thank you for the opportunity to win this wonderful book!

[CIndy K.]

I love love Fat Quarters....I have many to use up and am always looking for any reason to buy more and having this book would be the best reason.
What a great giveaway.
thim3@hotmail.com

[patty]

I have fat quarters, but could always use more!!

[Amy]

YES - I have tons of FAT QUARTERS just waiting for a darling project. Thank you for the opp to win this awesome and wonderful book.

[Betty Woodlee]

Of course I have FQs that need to be used and I also have a need (desire) for many many more FQs. Would love to win this book. b.j.day68 AT gmail DOT com

[Audrea]

I love fat quarters and I have tons of them I need to use up to buy more of course.