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Babies, a Blog Tour, + a giveaway.

April 24, 2013 by carolyn friedlander 96 Comments

Welcome! I am happy to be today’s stop on the Modern Baby Blog tour. I had such a great time getting involved with this project.

 

Modern Baby Cover

 

My contribution was this one.

 

Tiny Textured Trees

 

Tiny, textured trees.

Some of my quilts start out in one place, go through some pretty serious evolution, and end up as something totally different. Then there are other quilts–like this one–that stay true to the original sketch. I’m always surprised either way.

 

Here’s my original sketch.

 

tiny trees sketch_carolyn friedlander

 

The colors in the scan come across a little (/a lot) on the yellow side, but all along I really liked the idea of a soft, minty green + lime palette.

 

Like all of my other current patterns, it’s a paper piecing project. I just love being able to dive into a project without too much prep work.

 

I also had fun incorporating a variety of substrates, most all of which are of the Robert Kaufman variety–corduroy, linen, essex, and radiance. The sashing is all corduroy and so soft.

 

tiny trees_carolyn friedlander_texture

In using a solid on the back, the design got carried over. I love those 2-fers.

tiny trees_carolyn friedlander_back

 

Even though I have no babies, I do like to make a baby quilt. The size isn’t intimidating, and I don’t feel the need to go gender specific or pastel.

 

Some of my friends are just starting to have babies, and lately I’ve been on a bit of a baby shower circuit. What I’ve noticed are more and more handmade goodies at the showers, which is thrilling. It’s always the handmade stuff that to gets held up the longest and passed around the most. There’s just something special about handmade.

 

Win yourself an e-copy of this great new book! Just leave a comment in this post about anything you deem relevant by May 1st. I’ll pick a name at random for the prize. Make sure to stop by all the other tour stops to increase your odds of winning. Everyone will be giving one away, so you’ve got several chances to win.

 

April 18, Thursday       Jenny, StitchThis! http://blog.shopmartingale.com/

April 19, Friday            Shea Henderson, http://emptybobbinsewing.com

April 22, Monday          Jake Finch, http://generationqmagazine.com/

April 23, Tuesday        Audrie Bidwell, http://blueisbleu.blogspot.com/

April 24, Wed              Carolyn Friedlander, https://blog.carolynfriedlander.com/blog/

April 25, Thursday       Melissa Corry, http://happyquiltingmelissa.blogspot.com/

April 26, Friday            Jen Eskridge, http://reannalilydesigns.com/blog/

April 29, Monday          Sarah Flynn, http://fairyfacedesigns.blogspot.com/

April 30, Tuesday        Dana Bolyard, http://oldredbarnco.blogspot.com/

May 1, Wednesday     Amy Smart, http://www.diaryofaquilter.com/

May 2, Thursday         Carrie Bloomston, http://suchitysuch.blogspot.com/

May 3, Fri                    Victoria Findlay Wolfe, http://www.bumblebeansinc.blogspot.com/

May 6, Monday            Lindsey Rhodes, http://lrstitched.com/

May 7, Tuesday           Pippa Eccles Armbrester, http://www.pippapatchwork.com/blog/

 

 

 

Reader Interactions

Comments

  1. Kathy Jackson says

    April 24, 2013 at 8:36 am

    Carolyn, your trees are beautiful!! I could see this quilt on my family room wall, and my babies are all grown up!!!

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  2. Lisa PL says

    April 24, 2013 at 8:40 am

    I really like the tight quilting lines by the trees! I can piece well, but the quilting is still a little scary. I’m working on “straight” lines, I’m going to have to try some of the tighter lines. It looks so great! Thanks for the inspiration!

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  3. Cecilia says

    April 24, 2013 at 9:07 am

    Wow! I love your quilt and you are right the back is just as pretty. Thanks for the chance to win a copy of the book.

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  4. kathy h says

    April 24, 2013 at 9:12 am

    That is a beautiful quilt. I love the bare trees in the winter and have seen many quilts that I just love. The lighter colors of your quilt are wonderful. I have many friends who are having grandchildren and have been making many baby quilts lately so this book would be wonderful. thanks for showing your quilt.

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  5. Gill says

    April 24, 2013 at 9:13 am

    This pattern is fabulous! I’d love to make this for my niece who is expecting her first baby!

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  6. darrilyn says

    April 24, 2013 at 9:16 am

    I love your sense of color. And the mini iron tip. Thanks.

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  7. Jill says

    April 24, 2013 at 9:26 am

    this may be my favorite quilt of yours yet!!, and I can relate to the awesome feeling of handmade gifts at baby showers! ooohs and aaahs are sometimes the best gratification!

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  8. Rosalind Gutierrez says

    April 24, 2013 at 10:05 am

    Great artistic creation of trees for a quilt idea. Luv them!

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  9. Joan H. says

    April 24, 2013 at 10:13 am

    Your tree quilt is so beautiful ! I have made several baby quilts in the last few months for gifts and everyone seems to appreciate a present with a personal touch.

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  10. Lisa Marie says

    April 24, 2013 at 10:23 am

    I don’t have any babies either but I LOVE making baby quilts. They are my go to project when I want to make something fun! Any time I need a baby gift, I’m ready.

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  11. Alisa says

    April 24, 2013 at 10:25 am

    I’ve been noticing that same trend at baby showers as if late. Lots of lovely knitted things…makes me want to have another one! 🙂

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  12. Jan in SoDak says

    April 24, 2013 at 10:59 am

    LOVE this quilt – the pastel green is so soothing. Excellent work!

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  13. Megan says

    April 24, 2013 at 11:17 am

    What a cute pattern! Several of my friends are having babies so I am really excited about this new book!

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  14. Kathy says

    April 24, 2013 at 11:47 am

    I love your “tree” quilt. And I cannot wait to incorporate various textures/fabrics. What a great look.

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  15. Ginger says

    April 24, 2013 at 11:49 am

    Fresh and minimal, but the quilting totally makes it!

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  16. Debbie says

    April 24, 2013 at 12:07 pm

    I love your little trees! Thanks for the chance to win!

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  17. Allison C says

    April 24, 2013 at 12:13 pm

    I’m expecting in August so I am in a creating frenzy. Would love to win this book!

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  18. Tamie says

    April 24, 2013 at 12:20 pm

    My daughter is expecting and due in August. I find myself thinking that I want this little girl to have lots of handmade love surrounding her. I need to get busy.

    Reply
  19. Carole A. says

    April 24, 2013 at 12:44 pm

    I love this quilt. It is the light trees against the pale green colors. It just looks so soft and graceful. What a fresh idea!

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  20. Shawn says

    April 24, 2013 at 12:52 pm

    Love Love Love the trees. Did I say I Love the trees. This is so awesome.
    Thanks for the chance to win this book.

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  21. Sharann Watson says

    April 24, 2013 at 1:31 pm

    Your tree baby quilt caught my eye immediately when the email first came out from Martingale about this blog tour and give away. I love the modern look, thanks so much for your tips about using corduroy. Love this blog tour and give away. Much thanks.

    Reply
  22. Jess says

    April 24, 2013 at 1:51 pm

    I absolutely love how the quilting carries the design onto the back of the quilt. So great! Thanks for the giveaway!

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  23. Mary says

    April 24, 2013 at 2:20 pm

    What a beautiful quilt! Such a great idea to use all the textures. And the 2-fer makes it perfect!

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  24. Cindy W. says

    April 24, 2013 at 2:50 pm

    I think I love this one the best – not too baby-ish but more artsy and could be adapted to many color choices. Also love that you said you used lots of different fabrics which I think is great! thanks

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  25. Andee McKenica says

    April 24, 2013 at 2:59 pm

    Love the trees that grow as quickly as babies do. Hoping to win a copy of Modern Baby and making a few of the patterns. Baby quilts are my favorite – size, bright colors, happy and hopeful.
    ~Andee McK

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  26. Julie in GA says

    April 24, 2013 at 3:31 pm

    Your little trees look great! I especially like the textures in the quilt and your background quilting.

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  27. sharon says

    April 24, 2013 at 3:46 pm

    i love the little tree quilt
    all that quilting is amazing , I can’t even imagine how much time it took!

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  28. MarciaW says

    April 24, 2013 at 4:16 pm

    Your quilt is gorgeous, especially the quilting around the trees. I like the trapunto look. Good work! I too like to make smaller baby quilts, as can take the time to embellish since isn’t some huge queen-sized bed quilt. Thanks for the giveaway chance.

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  29. Jane says

    April 24, 2013 at 4:16 pm

    Hi – I love the little trees for the little quilt. The actual quilting is awesome –
    with the back amazing. I am sure you are thrilled with the outcome. I would just love this book – I know I would use it and use it. Thanks for the chance and blessings to you!!

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  30. Celine says

    April 24, 2013 at 4:19 pm

    lovely quilt! so different. I haven’t made a baby quilt for a while but this blog tour makes me want to make some… Thanks for the inspiration

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  31. LJ says

    April 24, 2013 at 4:38 pm

    Yes, handmade is so special. I love your tree quilt and how you designed the colors. I’m inspired that you used other unusual fabrics especially the corduroy. You are an impressive quilter and I like the way each block can highlight different quilting stitches.

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  32. Melissa says

    April 24, 2013 at 5:50 pm

    You’re so right…everyone is having babies! So glad handmade gifts are becoming popular again.

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  33. Emilee says

    April 24, 2013 at 6:16 pm

    I agree that handmade always seems more special, and is so nice because it can be customized for each person! Thanks for a chance at winning and great job on your quilt!

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  34. Helen LeBrett says

    April 24, 2013 at 6:32 pm

    I SOOO love your quilt, from the colors, the trees, the cordory, to the wonderful quilting, to the back!!! That is one that I’d love to do: it looks so calming and pretty!!

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  35. ritainalaska says

    April 24, 2013 at 6:50 pm

    love trees and your babt quilt! your quilting is marvelous! this is a delightful blog hop … it is refreshing to see all these new baby patterns!

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  36. Afton says

    April 24, 2013 at 7:11 pm

    I’d say these are “family” trees, as they might celebrate a couple becoming a family.

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  37. kathie stille says

    April 24, 2013 at 7:16 pm

    Wow, I love your quilt. I would have never thought of corderoy ( oh well, no spell check here) . It is super. I am a plant lover and your trees are dyno. Also, showing the back (photos great) made me realize what wonderful expressions I have been missing. Thanks for taking the time to do such great work and making sure we understand the process.

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  38. Gail Kantz says

    April 24, 2013 at 7:43 pm

    This would be fun!

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  39. Marguerite Namdar says

    April 24, 2013 at 9:30 pm

    You know the quilt you did with the trees is gorgeous. The colors are soothing and can easily be for a baby. A little bird could sit on a branch. Beautiful.

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  40. Gina says

    April 24, 2013 at 9:38 pm

    I am honing my paper piecing skills and this pattern would give me yet another opportunity for practice with the added benefit of gifting it to someone special.

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  41. ana conceicao says

    April 24, 2013 at 10:27 pm

    love the trees!

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  42. Cheryl says

    April 24, 2013 at 10:29 pm

    I just found out today that I am going to be an aunt today! I would love a copy of the book for some inspiration for some new quilts.

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  43. Christine says

    April 24, 2013 at 10:41 pm

    I love paper piecing and I love your quilt! It is a very versatile pattern. I make quilts as gifts often for friends having babies!

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  44. Pearl says

    April 24, 2013 at 11:57 pm

    Little quilts are fun. They provide lots of opportunity to try out new color combinations, quilting designs, etc. And I have a chance to actually get them completed! The tree design is great. Thanks for giving us a chance to win the book.

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  45. Deborah says

    April 25, 2013 at 1:35 am

    This is such a pretty quilt – I really must learn to paper piece!

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  46. Jane says

    April 25, 2013 at 6:24 am

    Stunning Quilt! Love the quilting on this, it’s over the top great. Jane

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  47. elsa says

    April 25, 2013 at 7:40 am

    Love the tiny trees ~ I love paper piecing and need to make this quilt!
    thanks for the wonderful giveaway!

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  48. Tiffany says

    April 25, 2013 at 9:32 am

    I’ve noticed the same trend with the handmade gifts. I just hope it doesn’t start turning into a big competition, you know?
    I know I appreciate my handmade gifts the most, and I never forget who gave them to me! I can’t tell you how many adorable baby outfits I have and I’ve got no idea where they came from! 😉

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  49. Lucy @ Charm About You says

    April 25, 2013 at 10:39 am

    The trees are so pretty and your quilting is incredible! Thanks for the giveaway!

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  50. Djoekie says

    April 25, 2013 at 11:01 am

    i like this quilt thanks for the giveaway

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  51. Mona says

    April 25, 2013 at 11:09 am

    Your tree quilt is fabulous – so many options for color to make each version distinct. For an older child or a wall quilt, a few button “apples” would add a pop of color.

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  52. Barbara says

    April 25, 2013 at 11:24 am

    Your quilt is BEAUTIFUL! Thanks for the chance to win.

    Reply
  53. Shirley Hockin says

    April 25, 2013 at 11:48 am

    I love, love, love this quilt and can’t wait to make it for one of the many people in my life who are having babies right now. Thank you for this beautiful, non-traditional pattern.

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  54. Vicki in MN says

    April 25, 2013 at 1:12 pm

    We became grandparents for the first time 2 years ago today, and now we have another new grandson-he needs a quilt! I am sure this book would help me out there!

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  55. Vicki H says

    April 25, 2013 at 2:18 pm

    I love your quilt. The quilting does make it look reverseable.

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  56. erin says

    April 25, 2013 at 3:24 pm

    i kinda met you on that baby shower circuit……keir’s. i made the really amateur quilt, but with my little ones and not really knowing how to quilt, it works! love your quilts and fabrics. can’t wait to get me hands on them and create something special!

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  57. Brigit says

    April 25, 2013 at 4:02 pm

    I agree about baby quilts! My “baby” is ten, but I still love making baby quilts. Something about the size lends itself to creative design and fun palettes.

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  58. Sandy (aka Stitches) says

    April 25, 2013 at 5:06 pm

    I have two grandsons getting married this summer so I’m hoping in a couple of years I will need to make some baby quilts, they are so much fun to make..

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  59. Beth T, says

    April 25, 2013 at 5:30 pm

    I think your quilt is beautiful; I’d like to make a slightly smaller version to hang on our living room wall.

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  60. Leanne De Vos says

    April 25, 2013 at 6:03 pm

    I really like seeing the detail on your quilting. I am generally doing straight line quilting with a walking foot on baby quilts, and this one really works. Great pattern.

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  61. patty says

    April 26, 2013 at 7:22 am

    Your quilt is stunning! The repetition of the blocks, the setting, the quilting – just fabulous!

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  62. Lou says

    April 26, 2013 at 10:28 am

    Just an amazing quilt!!! The quilting just makes it!!!
    Haven’t been to a shower in years!!!! My DIL decided against having one but my grand daughetr gets a new quilt every Christmas so far:)

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  63. Joan Rodriguez says

    April 26, 2013 at 12:35 pm

    I luv your quilt. I’d really like to make it into a wall hanging.

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  64. Pam says

    April 26, 2013 at 12:40 pm

    Baby quilts are fun to make. I mostly make them for charities like Project Linus. I am always looking for new patterns to try and I love yours!

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  65. ritainalaska says

    April 26, 2013 at 12:40 pm

    love the trees! and admire the quitling tremendously … sure gives the trees dimension. this is a great book tour!

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  66. Pat V. says

    April 26, 2013 at 2:13 pm

    I love the soft colors in this quilt. I never would have thought of trees for a baby quilt. It’s beautiful!

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  67. Linda Christianson says

    April 26, 2013 at 5:35 pm

    I too love the trees. I can see it as small wall quilt. It even goes with the mother- to- be ideas for the baby’s room that I am making a quilt for.

    Reply
  68. Hilary says

    April 26, 2013 at 8:07 pm

    The quilt is so elegant and delicate…just perfect for a modern baby’s room.

    Reply
  69. bee says

    April 26, 2013 at 10:43 pm

    looks like a great project and perfect for baby showers that have nature type themes.

    Reply
  70. Anita says

    April 26, 2013 at 10:58 pm

    Love your quilt! I think it makes a very pretty baby quilt! Thanks for the giveaway 🙂

    Reply
  71. Hueisei says

    April 27, 2013 at 6:27 pm

    I like your quilt. Simple and modern.

    Reply
  72. Karrie Smith says

    April 27, 2013 at 9:10 pm

    thanks for the chance to win. Your quilt is so pretty! I love the colors.

    Reply
  73. Sewsyourmother says

    April 28, 2013 at 9:33 am

    Love the ideas of the trees. Don’t know if I could do it. Love to win the e book though.

    Reply
  74. Lauren aka Giddy99 says

    April 28, 2013 at 1:33 pm

    I love the trees quilts! I hope to make one like it or similar, someday!

    Reply
  75. vickie van dyken says

    April 28, 2013 at 3:10 pm

    I love trees 🙂 very cool…I mean the colors to!!! Think I would like it in bright colors…..hmmmmm very hot hahahahahahaha
    Thanks for the chance to win the book

    Reply
  76. usairdoll says

    April 29, 2013 at 1:40 am

    WoW! Your textured trees are just gorgeous! I think the mint color is yumm-y! and how neat that the back looks amazing as well. No wonder you are on the baby shower curcuit, hehe. I found my way to you via this hop and am now following you via BlogLovin.

    Thank you and Martingale Press for a super giveaway and a chance to win.

    usairdoll(at)gmail(dot)com

    Reply
  77. Kathy says

    April 29, 2013 at 6:54 am

    Beautiful quilt! I love the back almost as much as the front. Thanks for the opportunity to win!

    Reply
  78. katherine mcneese says

    April 29, 2013 at 10:25 am

    love those trees! great quilting!

    Reply
  79. Jennifer D says

    April 29, 2013 at 3:52 pm

    We are expecting baby #8 this August and I would love to make this pattern for him! But then again, I this pattern would lend itself to a lap or twin quilt very well for the bigger kids.

    Reply
  80. Shar F. says

    April 29, 2013 at 10:13 pm

    This was my first time to your website. I love your quilts and quilting. You are very talented.

    Reply
  81. M says

    April 30, 2013 at 4:00 am

    Wow, your quilting is amazing!:)

    Reply
  82. Mandy says

    April 30, 2013 at 7:58 am

    Your quilts are divine. I am going to be a nan again soon, and want to make Baby a quilt – some inspiration would be lovely. Thank you.

    Reply
  83. Lynn says

    April 30, 2013 at 8:26 am

    What a lovely, soft ,comforting quilt, perfect for a baby.

    Reply
  84. Linda F says

    April 30, 2013 at 8:59 am

    I love all the quilts that I’ve been seeing from the book, but your tree quilt is especially appealing to me. Thanks for the chance to win a copy of the book.

    Reply
  85. Jeannette says

    April 30, 2013 at 3:22 pm

    awesome quilt, very creative!

    Reply
  86. Rebecca says

    April 30, 2013 at 4:30 pm

    Your quilt is gorgeous! I love making quilts for baby gifts. I’ve also made booties, bibs, small ‘lovey’ blankets, sleepsacks, and outfits.

    This book looks so fun! THANKS for the chance!
    ourbusylittlebunch(at)hotmail(dot)com

    Reply
  87. Tan LN says

    April 30, 2013 at 6:03 pm

    Nice quit, the colors are well chosen . Thanks for the give away.

    Reply
  88. Emily says

    April 30, 2013 at 8:08 pm

    I am still working on my daughter’s baby quilt (she’s almost 8 months old), but I hope to be able to work on it a lot in the coming weeks!
    Thanks for the chance to win this ebook, it looks super awesome!

    Reply
  89. Heather Braun says

    April 30, 2013 at 10:40 pm

    This is a gorgeous quilt! I love it! It would love wonderful in my room! Thanks for the chance to win a ecopy of the book! It looks like a great one!
    mrs(dot)hbraun(at)gmail(dot)com

    Reply
  90. Ann says

    May 1, 2013 at 12:05 am

    I love what you have designed. Very modern with clean lines.

    Reply
  91. kelly p says

    May 1, 2013 at 11:07 am

    Oh, your quilt is lovely! The perfect excuse for me to learn to paper piece. 🙂

    Reply
  92. Jenni says

    May 1, 2013 at 11:13 am

    I LOVE your trees! And the back is to die for! And ohhhh the color!

    Reply
  93. Sue Bone says

    May 1, 2013 at 11:42 am

    Wow, that is absolutely gorgeous.

    Reply
  94. MuzikalMama says

    May 1, 2013 at 1:59 pm

    Wow – I love this! Especially the back…and especially because you said you used corduroy for sashing. I’ve always wondered about that. I have some in my stash – might just have to try it out!

    Reply
  95. Valerie says

    May 2, 2013 at 1:51 am

    oooohhh, I love these trees, especially how they show up on the solid-color background.

    Reply
  96. Jane says

    May 3, 2013 at 4:44 am

    What an incredible quilt! I’d have to comment even if there wasn’t a giveaway. It’s great!

    Reply

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