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Welcome, everyone! Thanks for visiting for Sew Mama Sew's biannual Giveaway Day! New to Berry Barn Designs? I invite you to take a look around. My name is Sarah. I love quilting, sewing, teaching (and ice cream!), and lean toward quick projects I can finish between juggling life as a mom and milspouse. Here's what's been happening lately...
~ Win a set of three coloring books for my monthly "Tuesday Treats" giveaway!
~ Download the FREE "Festive Forest" pattern to whip up a winter pillow or placemats ~ Check out my latest quilts: "Family Jewels," "Belated Birthdays," and "Muted Rainbow"
My giveaway today is for a copy of Sew Illustrated - 35 Charming Fabrics & Thread Designs: 16 Zakka Projects by Minki Kim & Kristin Esser. This book covers everything you need to know to get started drawing and appliqueing with thread. It's filled with projects and doodle templates, so you can jump right in and create!
2) Starting in January, I'll be publishing a monthly newsletter. For a second entry, sign up for my mailing list so you'll receive the very first edition! Tell me in a separate comment that you signed up/are a current subscriber.
Thanks for stopping by! Enjoy the rest of your Giveaway Day blog hopping : )
~ Sarah P.S. I'd love to link up with you on Instagram!
Sew Mama Sew Giveaway Day giveaway open to U.S. residents only. Giveaway closes at 12 AM EST on Monday, December 12, 2016. Winner will be chosen at random, and announced here and via email. Winner will receive the book Sew Illustrated.
amy
12/7/2016 14:34:08
I like to make lap quilts and baby quilts.
Ali
12/7/2016 14:46:13
Hi Sarah!!! Thanks for sharing! I love making mini quilts - and pillows! 12/7/2016 14:52:51
Thank you Sara for a great give away! I enjoy mostly making baby and wall quilts! I admire Minky's work and would love to try if I could make something so cute. x Teje
Anja @ Anja Quilts
12/7/2016 14:56:04
I'm starting to gravitate toward baby and lap quilts -- less work and hassle than larger quilts.
Anja @ Anja Quilts
12/7/2016 14:56:39
I'm signed up for the newsletter. I think I am.....
Linda
12/7/2016 15:06:52
Lately I've enjoyed sewing bags and small gift items.
Tammy Mcdonald
12/7/2016 15:38:02
I love to make throw quilts and small sewing projects.
Anne R.
12/7/2016 15:45:06
Lap quilts & bed quilts, plus little things like notebook covers, gift bags, card holders, etc...
Anne R.
12/7/2016 15:45:50
I signed up for your newsletter!
usairdoll
12/7/2016 16:02:46
I really love hand sewing and embroidery. If I can combine the two, even better. Currently I'm hand piecing a throw size quilt.
usairdoll
12/7/2016 16:08:13
I'm signed up for your email.
sarah c
12/7/2016 16:50:07
I love home dec items and mini quilts
Cheryl B
12/7/2016 17:14:05
Quilting throw-size blankets is my favorite pastime. I also make the occasional pillow or bag for fun. I've had my eye on this book ever since it came out because of that little house pouch. I need several of these little houses around my house!
Cheryl B
12/7/2016 17:19:54
I'm signed up to receive your newsletter. I'm looking forward to your quilting and sewing news!
Jayne
12/7/2016 17:33:39
I love, love making lap quilts, but have always wanted to give a go at bags! I'm not good at all at it...but like to trt!
Ramona
12/7/2016 17:48:38
I love sewing lots of different things. Right now, I'm working on sewing clothes for myself.
Verna
12/7/2016 17:56:44
I prefer making baby quilts and other smaller projects.
Verna A.
12/7/2016 17:57:56
I just signed up for your newsletter!
Dawn
12/7/2016 18:11:03
I love marking baby and lap quilts. Signed up for your emails.
Alice News
12/7/2016 18:32:10
Lap quilts...quick and easy to hand quilt
Tanya Brauer
12/7/2016 18:37:37
This book looks so charming! Thank you! Love your website too!
Tanya Brauer
12/7/2016 18:40:58
I love to make quilted home dec items like baskets, as well as art quilts, and improv quilts from scraps for my family to use. I love it all!
Christine
12/7/2016 18:49:20
I love making patchwork quilts and knitting project bags!
Julie
12/7/2016 18:49:37
I absolutely love making mini quilts!
Vicki H
12/7/2016 19:02:16
I enjoy making bed quilts and quick projects to give as gifts. 12/7/2016 19:14:54
I love to make throw size quilts and zipper pouches. Of course, mini quilts are a lot of fun too, and I've made a few of them lately. I can see many more in my future! :)
debbie
12/7/2016 19:33:55
I like to make large quilts. I like to take my time with all the steps. They can take months to make but worth the wait. Thanks for a great giveaway.
Ellen M.
12/7/2016 19:39:46
I love to make zip bags and purses. Many thanks for sharing with us!
Ellen M.
12/7/2016 19:40:42
I signed up for your newsletter. Can't wait to be inspired!
Kellie Warren
12/7/2016 20:32:59
I love to make quilts l, of anysize! If i am not doing that then i am making crate pads for a charity to send to veterinarian clinics to animals. Or i am sew or repair clothes for some local assisted living homes nearby. Anything to pass the time since i retired so young from nursing because of lupus, its HARD being at home all day! Eeek. Kwarren29@cox.net
Joyce Carter
12/7/2016 20:34:01
I love making baby things and baby quilts. I also like making queen sized quilts. And I absolutely love doing needle turn hand applique. Thank you for the giveaway.
Kellie Warren
12/7/2016 20:34:35
I signed up for your newsletter and follow you on instagram. Kwarren29@cox.net
Joyce Carter
12/7/2016 20:36:01
I signed up for your newsletter.
Kathy E.
12/7/2016 20:36:38
I used to sew clothes and totes, and home dec projects, but then I got bit by the quilt bug. It constantly causes itching and swelling in my fabric closet. Anything that uses fabric and piecing is for me!
Kathy E.
12/7/2016 20:37:55
I am signed up for your upcoming newsletter and follow you on IG!
Sarah J
12/7/2016 20:55:11
I enjoy sewing kids clothes, but quilting has been taking a priority lately!
Renea Yarolim
12/7/2016 21:05:40
I make all kinds of things with fabric. As long as I am sewing I am a very happy girl
Tiffany
12/7/2016 21:26:42
So hard to pick... but I'd have to go with zipper pouches. No such thing as too many! Always with metal zippers, always with linen. Thanks so much for the chance!
Veronika Bush
12/7/2016 21:29:14
I love making pouches and pillows cause they're quick -- and mini quilts too! I love the idea of big quilts, but making them isn't nearly as fun :)
Veronika Bush
12/7/2016 21:30:03
I follow you already
Dani Funk
12/7/2016 21:55:18
I really love applique, and it doesn't matter on what. Big quilts, lap quilts, minis I love them all.
Esther G
12/7/2016 21:56:30
I've made quite a few wall-hangings lately. My favorite type of project is when I have the recipient/occasion in mind as I sew. I dislike making something that has no immediate reason.
Janie McCombs
12/7/2016 22:06:35
I enjoy making lap sized quilts.
Donna Lee
12/7/2016 22:07:33
My favorite projects are for my grandchildren, usually clothing. They always seem so happy that I made something especially for them.
Leah von Trout
12/7/2016 22:17:42
I love making bags and other accessories that I can use.
Karrie Smith
12/7/2016 22:29:58
I like lap quilts and making garments and bags
Karrie Smith
12/7/2016 22:33:02
I signed up for your newsletter
Cyrus
12/7/2016 22:53:51
I love making bags, and little embroidery projects!
Sarah
12/7/2016 22:58:39
My favorite project are long term hand quilting projects.
Beth T.
12/7/2016 23:32:33
Twin-sized quilts are what I make most often, but I also love making small wall-hangings when I have a flash of inspiration and want to express myself and not have it get lost on my ridiculously long list of "quilts to make".
Jill
12/7/2016 23:33:24
I am really enjoying a variety of patchwork projects - right now I am working on sampler blocks.
Beth T.
12/7/2016 23:33:39
I signed up for your newsletter--hooray!
Cindy S.
12/8/2016 00:00:50
I like sewing clothing mostly.
Chris
12/8/2016 00:19:10
I like to make lap quilts.
Maggie Bradshaw
12/8/2016 01:12:32
never a favorite, always trying something different
Maggie Bradshaw
12/8/2016 01:14:48
signed up!
audrey
12/8/2016 02:06:43
I love making quilts, lap size and bigger. They usually have a bit of applique in them because I just can't resist! Love that bright, scrappy quilt pictured!
Carol Collier
12/8/2016 08:00:21
I love to make mini quilts -- love to embroider and applique. Thanks for the opportunity for this book!
Kate
12/8/2016 09:29:10
I like to make baby blankets and quilts for gifts and clothes for my kiddos.
Kate
12/8/2016 09:48:46
I like lap quilts!
Chiska
12/8/2016 10:38:55
I like making lap and baby quilts.
Stephanie Daniel
12/8/2016 11:27:10
I love quick projects especially after a tough quilt project.
Teresa Hays
12/8/2016 12:20:46
I'm in a couple of swaps on IG so my go to sewing projects are either an Open Wide Zipper Pouch or a One Hour Fabric Basket. Both are quick to do and make great gifts.
Teresa Hays
12/8/2016 12:21:34
I signed up for your Newsletter.
Angelia Lanouettte
12/8/2016 12:42:37
I love all things that include hand work....EPP, applique and embroidery. I also love small quick projects!
Mary Ann
12/8/2016 13:19:00
My favorites are kids clothes and pouches and bags that use upcycled materials
Kristin M
12/8/2016 14:40:59
I love to work on paper piecing projects right now!
Courtney
12/8/2016 14:43:32
I love sewing dolls and stuffies...also bags, pouches and small projects. Thanks!
Courtney
12/8/2016 14:44:17
I signed up for the newsletter. Thanks!
Kathie L
12/8/2016 15:26:01
I love lap sized quilts for gifts. 12/8/2016 15:59:27
That is a hard question for me to answer. I love to embroider and cross stitch and create quilts. Sometimes I mix those things together. I would say that I have been stuck on oversized lap quilts lately.
Sherry
12/8/2016 16:01:24
I just signed up for your newsletter and now follow on Instagram.
gail johnson
12/8/2016 17:08:30
My favorite projects are lap quilts. Just the right size for cuddling on the sofa.
Leia
12/8/2016 17:18:44
I can't wait to see what you send out in January! I hope you include a few quick and easy projects...those are my favorites.
Kathy h
12/8/2016 20:14:35
I like making wall hangings and lap quilts.
Sandy H
12/8/2016 22:41:05
Lap quilts and princess dresses!
lee
12/9/2016 07:41:27
I enjoy making quilts of different sizes, clothes and home dec items! thank you!
lee
12/9/2016 07:45:20
I signed up for your new newsletter and am looking forward to it! thank you!
janequiltsslowly
12/9/2016 09:20:57
Mostly quilts, but also home dec & small projects like mini quilts, pincushions Etc for fun. I do a mix of hand work and machine. I recently acquired a Liberty of London addiction. 😊
janequiltsslowly
12/9/2016 09:23:52
Just signed up for your newsletter! Already following you on Instagram.
Vera
12/9/2016 10:07:16
Any type of pouches are my thing :) Thx.
Jordan Lyons
12/9/2016 11:48:33
I love quilts and bags!
Jordan Lyons
12/9/2016 11:49:48
I signed up for the newsletter!
I have seen this book all over the blogs! Thank you so much for a chance to win it:)
Ruth L
12/9/2016 17:09:56
Wow - I love ice cream too! My sewing ranges from garments to bags and home dec. Recently I have started a bit of quilting and am hooked. I do tend to choose quick to finish projects. This book has been on my list for a few months. I love Zakka style projects!
Renea Yarolim
12/9/2016 20:29:10
I do all kinds of sewing and quilting. Don't have a specific favorite I am just always happiest playing with my fabric. Thanks for the giveaway.
Cathy
12/9/2016 23:14:18
Have made clothing, bags and other home décor items.Quick projects have been my latest endeavors.
Christine N
12/10/2016 07:24:20
Hello! I have mostly been making quilts and small items, but for 2017 I want to make more garments! Thanks!
Sandra Timmons
12/10/2016 08:59:27
I love lap quilts. My featherweight sewing machine doesn't really do a great job on queen-sized quilts because there is just too much fabric involved. Don't get me wrong. I love my sewing machine and lap quilts are good enough for me. Thank you for being a part of SMS Giveaway and giving me this chance to enter and maybe win. Wishing you Happy Holidays.
Monica R
12/10/2016 11:59:01
I usually make lap quilts.
Monica
12/10/2016 12:00:47
I just signed up for your newsletter. Looking forward to receiving it.
Mandi P
12/10/2016 16:09:33
I like to make play mats for babies.
Laura Wilson
12/10/2016 21:31:17
I like piecing quilts and table runners together. Thanks for the giveaway!
Carla S
12/10/2016 23:16:00
I like to make regular machine quilts by piecing the most..
Carla S
12/10/2016 23:17:37
I signed up for your newsletter.
Charlotte DuBose Lunsford
12/11/2016 06:47:57
i have been eyeing this book! I like to make smaller lap/throw size quilts!
Charlotte DuBose Lunsford
12/11/2016 06:48:51
i signed up for the newsletter.
Breanna Sackrey
12/11/2016 08:24:24
My favorite things to sew are accessories and children's toys.
Breanna Sackrey
12/11/2016 08:26:00
I signed up to get your newsletter.
tina
12/11/2016 09:45:13
I make clothes, bags, mini quilts and am working on my first full sized quilt. Thank you
tina
12/11/2016 09:45:41
I signed up for your newsletter.
Bobbie Calgaro
12/11/2016 10:39:06
I love to make table runners and wall hangings and especially love embroidery and felt appliqué.
Bobbie Calgaro
12/11/2016 10:41:35
I look forward to your newsletter.
delia jones
12/11/2016 15:06:02
I really enjoy home projects and sewing clothing. Lately I have been slogging through the mending bin, which hasn't been very exciting.
delia jones
12/11/2016 15:07:08
I signed up for the email newsletter. Thanks! 12/11/2016 16:13:24
When I started quilting, I wanted to make king sized quilts. I got over that really quickly. Now I find I make mini to wall sized quilts are my favourite type of projects.
Shannon thomsen
12/11/2016 17:47:19
I sew a lot of clothing.
Rebecca
12/11/2016 18:13:50
I have this thing about wall hangings, easier to get done for me. But each grandchild gets a twin size quilt. I'm behind by three, oh dear, at the moment.
Rebecca
12/11/2016 18:17:30
By the way, loved the pictures you posted. Oh and i signed up for your newsletter. Happy Holidays 12/11/2016 18:56:20
And I just signed up for your new newsletter. I can't wait to get them. 12/11/2016 18:52:14
My favorite kind of project is applique. In fact that is how I started quilting. I didn't even know that I was quilting.
Debby
12/11/2016 20:20:29
I like to do a mix of quick and longer projects. Sometimes, I need to finish quick and something I don't mind a WIP hanging around for weeks while I work on it.
Kelly Otten
12/11/2016 20:22:54
I love making quilts that get used! Comments are closed.
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