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

[Maureen]

I probably have enough fat quarters for several quilts, but I would love an excuse to buy more. Thanks for the chance to win the book.

[linda gerig]

yes I have many linda gerig

[Shannon M.]

I do have a stash of FQ but I really want to get the cotton+steel fabrics or the new Tula Pink And this book would be a perfect project for either ( or both.. Lol). Thanks for the giveaway.

[Karen Thurn]

I've recently started buying fat quarters so I could use some more but definitely need to do something with them. I've been looking at this book and it looks great. Thanks for the chance to win a copy. kthurn@bektel.com

[Michelle]

I'm collecting FQs for a quilt for my son so this book would be great. Thanks

[Jess]

The honest answer is that I'm always looking for excuse to add to my stash - I always buy a little extra "just in case", but I do it even for backings!

[Lynne Tilley]

I admit I have Fat Quarter Bundles building up in my stash. I should use them, but it's so hard to cut into them, they are so pretty sitting there.

Please allow me the chance to win the book so I can make fabulous quilts with my fabulous fat quarters :) :)

[Karen at A Glimpse Into My Reveries]

I do have a stash of bright fat quarters. However, I'm thinking a shopping trip may be in order if I win the new book!

Looking forward to the progress update on your hexie quilt as well as vacation stories!

[Dawn]

Oh I so need some Style in my life... the fabric fat quarter style too...
Love love love the look of your Style quilt!

[Nesta]

I love fat quarters, it's a great size. I definitely don't have enough and this book would be an excellent excuse!

[Alexandra Belikova]

Oh! I watched that quilting marathon! I would like this book too!

[Megan]

I have plenty of FQs in my stash that are in need of projects!

[Cindy Dahlgren]

My fat quarters have been looking for some new friends, and I think I found the right group of fat quarters they'll absolutely be best friends with. My LQS just got the newest line by Camille Roskelly. cdahlgren at live dot com

[Laura]

Hi I would to own this book I have lots of fat quarters ,looking very pretty in their plastics boxes, they have been there for ages ,only coming out to be caress and admire (lol) .
Thanks for the chance at the give away.

[Ruthie Peterburg]

Well like most quilters, I expect my stash of fq's is very large indeed and this book would definitely give me the incentive I need to use them up and make some gorgeous new quilts, bed runners, table toppers etc. Thank you for the opportunity to win your giveaway.
Warm quilty hugs,
Ruthie

[Phaye]

Yes I do have a basket full of FQ's. But I could always buy more. : ). Thank you for the chance to win a copy of this book.

[Sandra]

Finally. A book that could help me go through all those fat quarters

[Mary]

I always look forward to your posts. Your color choices for your quilts are now what I sew with, but you get me so tempted to switch gears! Your work is lovely.

[Susan in Aurora]

This book looks like a wonderful book to add to my library. I have several boxes full of fat quarters looking for a new home - they want out! Such a great idea for a book. Can't wait to see it so I would love to win it.

[Beth Sanders]

Snort! And excuse to buy more, of course! Or I could use up some of my samples :)

[anne]

Yes, there are fat quarters just waiting for a chance to shine. Thanks for a chance at the giveaway.

[Sue]

I do have lots of fat quarters, and would love this book!

[Judith]

Looks like a great book. Thanks for the chance to win. My FQ will be put to good use.!

[Jen B]

I have fat quarters, but most of them I have plans for. Several months ago I won a FQ bundle and I have been trying to work out to do with it, maybe I'll find the perfect pattern in this book.

[Lisa C.]

Do you ever really NEED a reason to buy more fabric?!

[Amy]

I just love your blog and a chance to win that book is awesome! Thank you so much for all of the inspiration. I love the soft colors. It reminds me that I am a girl and I like girly things. :)

[Peggy]

I love fat quarter projects so this book would really come in handy! I could also give it to a friend for her upcoming birthday because she has a room full of fat quarters and very good intentions - just needs some inspiration on how to use them for a quilt instead of using them for centerpieces!

[Isabella]

I do not have any fat quarters that need to be used up because I have never purchased any (gasp...) I usually purchase fabric for my quilts then use up all the scraps on subsequent quilts. The reason for this is that purchasing fat quarters never made good financial sense to me. However…with that said, if I won this book I would purchase my first collection of fat quarters to celebrate the occasion.

[kathee]

About time you got back lol...would love the book and maybe it would help pit a dent in my stash!

[Diane G]

My stash is a work in progress. I'll collect fabric of any size. I would love to win the book-it may help me correct my storage problem.

[Kimberlee]

Plume! So pretty and in the fabrics you chose, swoon!

[Colette]

I really need an excuse to buy a bundle!! thanks!

[Debra Neiman]

My fat quarters have joined a professional beggars union ... I love fat quarters. crystalbluern at onlineok dot com

[Donna]

Love the colors in your block. I have fat quarters stashed but you can never have too many.

[Abby]

I always love an excuse to buy more fabric!! Thanks for the chance to win :)

[Jenna O]

I only need an excuse :D

[A Little Blue Dragonfly]

Thank you for the giveaway! Can't wait to see what all you've been up to! :)

[Anita L]

I do have a mega load of fat quarters that I've accumulated but that won't stop me from buying more. It would be very helpful to have this book though so I could use some of them up. Thank you for the giveaway!

[Leslie]

Hi! Ohhhhhh, I have soooo many FQs! But, a great book like this, with all those easy patterns, with the book, this could change to sooooo many quilts! LOL
Thanks for the great giveaway! Take care, Leslie

[Linda]

I was originally drawn to your blog by the colors up top. Every shade of aqua, teal, turquoise, etc. has been my favorite since I was a kid! I love your projects and the fabrics you use. I have tons of fabric and a large percentage is fat quarters. This book seems to be right up my alley!

[Julie]

I guess I need to buy more fqs if I win the book!!!!

[Sheryl]

I have quite a lot of fat quarters but they are mostly from years back. It would be nice to buy some new ones. Lovely book giveaway.

[Jill]

I love your square! So many fun color/fabric applications would be great for that style. :) I have quite a few FQs, although it'd be great to get a few more to coordinate with what I have. ;)

[Gill]

I definitely have FQ's that need using!!

[Pam...Pinckney, MI]

Oh how wish I could win this book. I sure could use some help using my fq's so I don't feel so guilty when I find more.....thank you.

[Sandie @ crazy'boutquilts]

I have FQ's but none of them look good together! I would happily shop! LOL thanks for the chance!

[SandraR]

I just need an excuse to buy more! Thanks for the chance.

[Margie F.]

I have a few fat quarters in my stash, but definitely could use some more. I love doing fat quarter quilts!

[Janie]

I always can use more fat quarters, continually adding to the stash. Thanks for the giveaway.

[Arianna M.]

I have a few fat quarters, but mostly I'd love an excuse to buy more :D.