sew deerly giveaway

Well hello!  How is your week going so far?  Are you ready for Christmas?  I'm not.  But then again I never am.  And yet Christmas still comes anyway and things always work out. :)

I've been doing a little pre-xmas shopping for myself ...

These pretties came in the mail yesterday.  When I emailed my friend Kerri at Sew Deerly Loved to tell her the fabric had arrived and how much I love it, she offered to do a giveaway for you, my dear readers!  I'm very excited for one of you to win this bundle of sweet Japanese fabrics. :)

To enter this fabulous giveaway to win 14 FQs of Atsuko Matsuyama's latest fabrics, simply leave me a comment saying what Christmas sewing (if any) you are doing, already did or plan to do (no one will know if you don't get to it!).

Comments close Sunday Dec 22nd and I'll announce the winner on Tuesday Dec 24th. 

Oh, and one more thing ... everything over at Sew Deerly Loved is 20% off right now so if you're looking for a gift for someone (like maybe yourself, possibly?) check out her shop.  I never leave empty-handed!

Comments

[Mary Ann]

I have made a few gifts and made my kids PJs. I have one more gift I need to make and another I would love to have time to finish.

[Tricia]

I have made two quilts and four sets of cushion covers, busy busy!

[Judith]

I just finished 2 Christmas quilts and 2christmas table runners. Love the season. Thanks for the chance to win.

[m]

Finishing a cozy H Bailey floral flannel blanket for new baby. Edging is blanket stitch with fuzzy yarn.

[ina]

Merry Christmas to my fave Canuck, eh?! ;p

[Kathy]

A table topper and quilted trivets.

[shirley tener]

I am making lots of small things, like coasters , gift bags for the grandkids toys... Pillows.

[Sally]

I just finished four Elf on a Shelf pillow cases for my sweet grandchildren. I love the fabric. Also sure enjoy your blog and seeing all of your creative things. Have you thought about doing all the quilts in Camiles new book? I loved seeing what you did last book.

[Tracy Gow]

no Christmas sewing for me this year as sewing room is packed up ready for relocating......
oh how I miss looking at my stash....

[Paige Gonzalez]

No Christmas sewing for me. Our great niece was just bor the end of November and I'm working on a quilt for her.

[Cheryl]

Your work, your photographs are always so beautiful! Such inspiration! Only two tiny projects at my studio this Christmas. Wonderful Moda striped flannel made into neck warmers filled with rice and lavender for two special friends. So nice to warm in the microwave -- feels cozy in the cold wintertime! Almost done (they're a fast and easy project!).

[WalkingSchus]

Finishing up my annual Christmas quilt... hope to get it done by spring :)

[Alisha]

If I owned these fabrics they would be 'sew deerly loved' by me. This christmas I am finishing 2 pillows I promised to my Mum months ago.....there are just not enough hours in the day. I think I might need to give up sleep. Thank you for the opportunity to win. Merry X-mas from Melbourne.

[Sara]

I just finished quilting the last of my customer quilts, so now on to baking and then maybe doing some quilting for myself!

[Karen Ann]

I made a quilt for my daughter and a pillow with vintage fabrics for my sister!!

[Carmen]

I have been busy making felt food for my granddaughter to use in her Ikea kitchen. Super fun! Thank you for the fabulous giveaway & Merry Christmas!

[Sue]

A mystery quilt that I started in October, might have to be for next year!

[Sue]

A mystery quilt that I started in October, might have to be for next year!

[Roberta]

I am working on a Princess theme laptop bag for my kid's cousin. She is 17 and her mother has been battling cancer (thank God she is now in remission) and recently had gallbladder surgery, so we are trying to make this girls Christmas extra special. My daughter (15) is helping all along the way. Also I am planning on making her mother a special Christmas bag too.

[Jennifer]

My Christmas sewing has been minimal this year. A toss cushion for my aunt to match the quilt I gave her last year and working on a Christmas quilt for our house using the Circle of Geese paper-pieced block.
Thanks for the opportunity for this lovely giveaway!

[Kristin]

I've started patchwork stockings, but doubt I will actually finish :)

[Mad Cat Quilts]

I'm making pine trees in the snow mini quilts or table savers! thanks for a chance to win some lovely fabric!

[carol]

Need to finish T shirt quilt for my husband

[karen]

non-breakable christmas tree ornaments! I did one embroidered felt heart the other night. i am not using my beloved glass ornaments this year as one of my cats firmly believes thay are toys.

[Debbie R]

I'm not sewing any presents for Christmas. But I'm hoping for a big present of some time over the holidays, so that that can sew. That would be awesome.
Thanks for sharing all your Christmas prep -- the cute houses and trees, and the amazing gift tags. And thanks for all the great photos and inspiration and commentary -- and humour -- through the year. Love your blog!

[Heather (mtl)]

Love Kerri's shop and her blog is soo fun and inspiring!
I finished a blue pinwheel quilt for my Mother (no one else has even seen it -fun to be able to pull off such a surprise!) and am almost done with a red/white quilt I'm making for a friend. Three days of snow coming so looks like I'll have time for baking, too.
Thanks for the chance to win this gorgeous fabric.
Most importantly, I wish you and your family a healthy and happy holiday- Merry Christmas !!

[Jan A.]

I just made my first Christmas stockings and mailed to my out-of-state grandkids (a 7-year-old boy & his almost 1-year-old sister)...traditional Christmas colors in a patterned flannel with a striped flannel cuff for him and pink satin with a pure white ruffle for the her. I slid 2 silver bells on the ends of ribbons and sewed to the cuff of each stocking.

[wendy]

Lovely giveaway! I am putting the finishing touches on a quilt for a grandchild. Have made a pillow for a friend, along with some assorted embroidered items. Have lots more idea's unfortunately not enough time. Thanks for a chance!

[Marie]

I just finished sewing a ton of felt ornaments to go along with the presents for everybody. I also finished a little pouch for a dear friend just in time to sent it off to her. It feels so good to have everything done.

[Kerry]

I had 3 pillows planned and made, a scarf made and a box bag to do- I won't even mention the quilt, skirt and tops that I hope to make! Merry Christmas!

[Carly Harrison]

Hi there. This is my first post on a blog ever! So I hope it goes well. I'm 24, from Australia and loveeeeee your blog; I check it every day. (No I'm not a stalker lol)

This Xmas I've made 2 wreaths with foam, twine and baubles. A wall hanging, dresses and bloomers for nieces and nephews, started some fabric baubles and also a redwork stitchery that I purchased in Las Vegas last time I was in the USA. Oh I wish I could stay at home all day and sew and stitch, damn work gets in the way.

Have a wonderful Xmas and I'm looking forward to seeing what beautiful things you make in the new year.
Carly x

[julie]

MIne is finished but I made drawstring gift bags, knitted two scarves, made fabric bowls and pincushions and an apron. Then sewed on lots of badges on scout shirts and scarves - now it is my turn to sew for ME!! Thanks for the chance. Merry Christmas.

[Laura]

A Christmas tree skirt. Thanks for the chance to win such a wonderful giveaway.

Laura

[Laura H]

wow, lovely giveaway. Haven't done any sewing yet, maybe after Christmas. Have to shorten my husbands pants, and hoping to make a quilt. hoping is the key word. Merry Christmas.

[sue]

I made my very first mug rug ..was a last minute fly by the seat of seams kinda thing..turned out perfect n I did it in less than an hour n a half..love when stuff falls together n the recipient loved it..sew happy I attempted it..it was a Christmas patterned one but the fabrics in the giveaway would be absolutely perfect for gift giving too..merry Christmas n happy new year..

[Christin F]

I finished a quilt for myself...and I am working on some christmas pilow cases for my little ones. Love the fabric...thanks for the chance to win. Christin

[Nichole]

I am sewing lots of gifts! Two table runners, snowman garlands, a Dresden table topper, potholders...in fact, I should be sewing right now!

[Janessa]

I finished up all my sewing for my new baby that is expected to arrive dec 24! So that was two quilts, bins, wash cloths and everything else imaginable that a new baby needs! Thank you for such a wonderful giveaway!

[Pam S]

I am finishing the last of six quilted cosmetic pouches tonight, and tomorrow I'm going to start a table runner for my sister who is hosting our Christmas gathering. I hope I get it finished! Thanks for this awesome giveaway. I love love love those fabrics! Happy holiday everyone!

[Debbie]

I am making my grandson a pair of John Deere pjs and a fleece Monsters U blanket. I am finishing up a cross-stitch stocking for my son. And if I have time, a quiet book for my grandson.

[Helen B]

My 5 year old daughter and I have been making felt ornaments for the christmas tree. I have just spotted a gorgeous pom pom garland at the market this morning, so that is next on our list. Awesome giveaway, thank you so much!

[Jennie T.]

I finished six pair of jammies, a red string quilt, one Weekender bag, and an Amy Butler Sophia bag. I still have one patchwork Weekender left, plus five sets of dragon wings and a trivet. No problem, right?

[Amy DeCesare]

I would love to say I'm sewing something right now, but truthfully I won't be sewing until after Christmas. Luckily I know this always happens, so I've been sewing something Christmasy all year long, at least once a month. Have a very merry Christmas!

[Nickie]

Polarfleece fingerless mitts, yoga pants, leggings with skirt attached, table runner, felt star ornaments, and LOTS of mending...but there is a little girl that I want to make a quilt for that this fabric would be perfect for! Be jolly. Make merry. Wish joy...

[Barbara]

Ithis year all the Christmas gift are totally handmade by me.
Thanks for the chance!

[Kate]

I'm making Christmas dresses for my daughters. They are supposed to be "Christmas Dresses" anyway... but it's looking like they might be "New Year" dresses.

[Xanthe]

So, I know when I'm comment number 447 that there is little chance that I'll be the random number picked, but what they hey! Gotta be in it to win it! Tonight I'm going to try and make a luggage tag to go on my two year old's bag for Christmas. She loves triceratops at the moment - so going to try and appliqué one… I know. Crazy. The things you do for love.

[Susan]

I am finally ready to use some of my Flea Market Fancy fabric to make aprons for my sisters and potholders for some other relatives. Thank goodness we are not exchanging gifts until Dec. 28, so I still have enough time, I hope.

[Lynn S]

This Christmas season I made a applique tool travel tote for my guild gift exchange. Then I'm finishing up Kathy Schwarts little monthly quilts for December and January. Make a special Christmas stocking for my daughters special beau, and finishing up a little quilt for my grandson to be. Also plan on starting him a S is for Stitch quilt. I love this season for sewing! The fabric line you're sharing is wonderful!

[Teresa]

This year all I can do is bake, bake and bake, so no sewing other than some pouches for gifts.

Have a happy Christmas.