Saturday, January 14, 2012

One Year In!

I have thoroughly enjoyed putting together the second installment of Lori's QAL mini quilt!
These pieces are the half blocks (10 are needed) and include the plaids!  I don't have a stash of plaids at all, but these ones are a start and I love them!  If you are wanting to do Lori's Quilt-a-long check it out here:
http://humblequilts.blogspot.com/2012/-1/quilt-longs-part-1.html




I also decided to use a slightly different pink print for the plaid blocks just to add a bit of interest!

This week has seen my first blog-iversary!!  It was a big step to jump into blogland, but it has been very enjoyable and I've met some lovely people in the past year!

So to celebrate I am having my first give-away!  In fact I have two give-aways, so when you leave a comment please indicate whether you would like Option A or Option B.

All comments/participants will be numbered as they come in and on Thursday 19th January I will put the numbers (on a folded up bit of paper) in a big container and pick out one, the first draw will get the Option they have asked for and the second draw will get the Option that is left!   Not being too computer savvy I have no idea how to do the computer generated number thingy, so will opt for the old fashioned way of doing things LOL!!!


Here is Option A



This pack contains a Charm Pack, 'Little Gatherings' by Primative Gatherings for Moda. A pattern with ruler again my Primitive Gatherings 'Primitive Pinwheels' for small quilt 11"x 12 3/4", some reproduction fat quarters and tape measure!


Here is Option B



This pack consists of a Charm Pack "Cattails & Clover" by Kansas Troubles Quilters for Moda.
A Quick-unpick with a handmade wooden handle made from Australian 'Myrtle' timber.  A pack of five English sewing needles for Embroidery/Redwork by Jeana Kimball, some Reproduction Fat Quarters and tape measure.

There will be a couple of extra inclusions too, but they will be a surprise!!!  Good luck to everyone!
I will ask for the winners mail address (anywhere in the world!) once the draw has been done!!!

The draw will close at 12 noon, Thursday 19th January, Australian Eastern Daylight Saving Time.

This week has been extremely hot and one afternoon I went out to the back verandah and caught Miss Mini meditating very comfortably in a plastic tub, she looked awful cute so I managed to get a photo of her before I disturbed her!



Then she saw me!, it wasn't long before she jumped out for a cuddle and some food!!!





Hope you are all having a wonderful weekend, it certainly is a lot cooler here today!!

Take it easy!!

Merilyn

35 comments:

Jo said...

Happy I stopped by this evening. Congrats on a year of blogging Merilyn! Your pink lemondade QAL is coming along with some really nice color combos, I really like the plaids. Miss Mini looks pretty happy in her tub.
Hard to choose, if I were to be drawn, 1st choice would be B. Thanks for the chance. Have a great weekend! Jo

Barbara J said...

Congratulations on blogging for a year now! I remember the day clearly when you started blogging and how a "little bird" whispered to me about your new adventure! ;)

Thank you so much for your generous giveaway ... of course I must try my luck at those lovely fabrics and notions!

I'll be happiest with either of the 2 options. So nicely put together that I can't call it! LOL!!

Maureen said...

Your half blocks look great! I knew you'd like the plaids!
Happy blogiversary! Hard to choose - I guess my first choice is Option A - I've been admiring that pinwheel quilt. Thanks for the chance!
It's been on the warm side here, too, daytime temps in the 50's and 60's when 30' and 40's are the norm.

Elyte said...

I remember when you started your blog and I am so glad that you did. I still love your work as much today as I did a year ago and often pop in for some inspiration.
Your QAL blocks will look fabulous all together.
Joyeux blog anniversaire!
Both give away options are very generous.
I will nominate B.

Elyte said...

I remember when you started your blog and I am so glad that you did. I still love your work as much today as I did a year ago and often pop in for some inspiration.
Your QAL blocks will look fabulous all together.
Joyeux blog anniversaire!
Both give away options are very generous.
I will nominate B.

Binsa said...

Good Afternoon Merilyn, congratulation on one year of blogging....a great journey and more to come....would love to be in either draw...think I might join Miss Mini in the tub....Hugs O'faigh

Sheila said...

love how your "Pink Lemonade " is coming along. Its been fun following you for the past year, here and on Flickr. Congratulations on reaching your first Anniversary, and for the opportunity to "win " your generous giveaway's

Mayleen said...

Congratulations on your first year of blogging! Miss Mini looks very sweet and who could resist her?

If I were to win your giveaway, I'd choose option 2.

Aunt 'Reen said...

I really like your fabric choices for the plaid Pink Lemonade sew along! Congratulations on your 1 yr anniversary! Miss Mini looks darling in her little tub!

Terry said...

Congratulations on your first blogiversary! May you have many, many more! And thanks for the great giveaway! I'm torn...both prizes are great...but I pick prize A. Wish me luck! :0)

Dawn said...

Your blocks remind me I should get off the computer and into the sewing room...
Congrats on your anni! I'm glad you are blogging keep the post coming!
I'd like to win the cat. But I would be thrilled with either of the other two ;-)
Thank you for the opportunity!

Donna Keating said...

Happy anniversary Merilyn. Job well done and looking forward to more. Option A rings my bells!!!!!

Kaaren said...

Congratulations, Merilyn! Isn't blogging the best?

Guess what I'll be attempting tomorrow. I think I've mustered enough courage to attempt those mini houses. *gulp*

I love both gifts but if we rally 'must' choose, then I'd love Option B. Thanks so much for your generosity.

Mary said...

Happy Blogiversary, Merilyn! Doesn't time go by quickly? Both prizes look wonderful but I'd pick A as a first choice. Thanks for having the give-away.

Doniene said...

Merilyn, congrats on a year in blog land!! I love seeing all your beautiful projects! The plaid pink lemonade blocks are awesome! Love the colors!

I would love to be part of your give away and Option A is my choice! Thanks for having such a nice giveaway!

Blessings

Sue said...

Hi Merilyn
Well done on reaching your 12 month blogging anniversary. I must check my status.
I love your Lori's QAL blocks. They look so good. I was/am still tempted, but time is getting away.
Thank you for your generous offer - should I be lucky enough, I would love Option B.
Thanks again Sue :-)

Julia said...

Congratulations Merilyn,
It's been lovely getting to know you through our blogs.
Love the plaid pink lemonade blocks.
I would choose option B if I were lucky enough to get drawn.
Julia ♥

Lori said...

I love your lemonade blocks! I am hoping to post the thid installemtn after church today.

Happy blogaversry! It is so much fun isn't it? I'd love to win either prize!!

terry said...

Congratulations to you on your blogging anniversary. Love your blog and read it faithfully. You are such an inspiration. Both of your give-aways are great, but choose no. 2.

Thanks - Terry

Terry@ a quilting blog said...

Happy 1st Blogaversary!! Adorable mini quilt blocks and what a cutie Miss Mini is!!! Thanks for a chance at your generous giveaways...I'd love to have Option B if I'm lucky enough to win!
cwayons(at)yahoo(dot)com

ladibug said...

thanks for the oppertuity to win something for down under
how fun
from USA Fla.

Marsha said...

Thank you for the chance to win. I would prefer Option A.

martha said...

congratulions on blogging for a year now! i have only started in october, so i appreciate what you have truely accomplished. martha mumaw from minnesota

Linda said...

I just discovered your blog through Kaaren at The Painted Quilt. Congratulations on your blogaversary! I love your civil war blocks....what beautiful fabrics and your work is perfection. I look forward to reading more of your blog.

Monica said...

Congratulations on your blog's first anniversary. I'm a new follower. I found you just by chance and I'm happy I did.

Heide said...

Thanks to Kaaren, at The Painted Quilt, I have discovered your blog. Congrats on your one year anniversary! Would love to win Packet B. I have the Lil Twister ruler and have had so much fun with it. Love your color choices for the Twelve Days of Xmas Quilt. Finished my version last night. A lot of fun to make.
heidew2003 at yahoo dot com
Escondido CA

Anonymous said...

Hi - I came to your blog through Lori at Humble Quilts. I like the fabrics you have chosen for your Pink Lemonade.

Congrats on your first year of blogging. I have just started blogging. So maybe I will have a one year anniversary a year from now!

Karen said...

Congratulations on a year of blogging! I am trying to pluck up the courage to start blogging; even got so far as to make the blog and a banner, but no words yet!
Thanks for the chance to win; I would choose option A as I love those fabrics.

Karen

girl from the country said...

I like your little quilts! And I'd love a chance to win anything quilts...if a choice must be made I'd choose option A.

Thank you!
Kris

Anonymous said...

Hi Merilyn,

Congratulations on your first year.I love all your quilts. Miss Mini looks so comfortable.Thanks for the draw. I would like to win either, but if I have to choose, then option B.Have a good day.
Dianne

Vivian said...

Blogging makes the world seem a lot smaller doesn't it? Hearty congratulations on reaching your year #1 anniversary. Both of your options are enticing, and I'd be thrilled to win either, but if I'd have a choice, I'd jump through hoops for option B.
Just love your pink lemonade fabric choices. You're making it uniquely your own.

Anonymous said...

WOW congratulations Merilyn!! has it really been a year since you started your blog?? I must say i love popping by every week and seeing what you're up to..you're such an inspiration!!
Your pink lemonade blocks are delightful and i really love your plaids..btw i didn't have many to choose from in my stash, either! Miss Mini looks how i felt today, in searing 35C heat, not happy at all LOL!!
Thanks also for a fab giveaway!!
love both options, but leaning towards option A by a smidge :)))

Ellen Easter said...

What a great little blog you have. I have wanted to a little pin wheel quilt for a while so I am hoping to win pack A. Thanks for the giveaway
Ellen

Rhonda said...

Has it been a year.... goo for you. I really like "A". This give-away is fantastic.

Karen said...

Happy Blogiversary Merilyn! I love your pink blocks, a sweet quilt they will make.