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Giveaway-The Farmer’s Wife Sampler Quilt Coloring Book

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Giveaway-The Farmer’s Wife Sampler Quilt Coloring Book

Leave a comment in today’s post by March 18, 2016 and you are in the running for this fun coloring book based on quilt blocks.

Open to U. S. residents only please.

“When quilting meets coloring, beautiful things happen!

The nostalgic beauty of Laurie Aaron Hird’s bestselling Farmer’s Wife Sampler Quilt series has been captured in this commemorative coloring book designed around time-honored blocks and inspired fabric motifs. Laurie’s traditional blocks, inspired by actual letters from 1920s and 30s farm wives, give quilters a glimpse into this country’s rural roots and commemorate the strength and hope of women of the Great Depression. These coloring pages depict many of the same beautiful blocks reinterpreted in line-art illustrations, creating coloring pages to delight quilt-lovers everywhere. Also included are 7 patchwork designs that capture the American quilting spirit. The perforated pages include highly detailed fabric designs to color, offering you the simple joy of creative expression.”

Coloring in sheets are a great way to calm the busy mind, as you focus on the coloring techniques your brain is actually able to calm itself and focus on less. Coloring is used to help relax and calm anxiety and stress. Coloring keeps out mental health in check and allows us to develop of creative brain. We highly recommend Copic markers or Faber castell coloring pencils .

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Comments

  2. I would love this. I have been quilting for just a short amount of time but have taken up coloring while I watch tv. After working all day this seems to help the stress and to combine the two things I love to do is just the best…….

  4. I love looking at quilt designs as they always seem to have a story to tell on most of them. I also love coloring and this book would satisfy both those loves!

  9. I would love this coloring book. I love coloring and have been doing it a lot. I love quilting too.

  10. What a great way to plan out a new quilt. Since I love quilting and coloring this book would be wonderful!!

  11. Oh how I love to color and I also love to just sit and look at quilt blocks. It would be such a real treat to have both in one. Thank you so much for the chance of winning this coloring book. Have a blessed day.

  13. Yes I would love to win this coloring book. Have been looking in all the stores for a quilt coloring book. I been finishing quilt blocks my mother made before she passed away and my sister-in-law will machine quilt them for the next generation of kids. Started coloring (again) this past winter. Love it.

  14. This looks like a wonderful book. Combines my two favorite things…coloring and quilting.

  16. I’ve never seen a Quilting coloring book before, and this book would be such a treat for me!! To not only color the pages to get ideas, but to put those ideas into reality would be an added plus!! Thanks so much for the giveaway!!

  19. I am just now getting into adult coloring via a friend who gave me a coloring book. This looks like tons of fun and I would love to win this book. Fingers and toes crossed.

  20. since I found adult coloring I have lowered my stress level by leaps and bounds. I color every day and love it. This new book would be a great addition to what I have.

  29. Love this idea! This would be so much fun to try different colors and enjoy the layouts.

  32. I’ve seen lots of adult coloring books, but until now there weren’t any that interested me. I’d let my sewing machine rest for a few days.

  35. Wow! The perfect way to ‘quilt’ without thread all over me and the house.

  42. I love to see old quilts and what better way to enjoy them than to color my own.

  45. I love quilts and coloring! What a fun combination! Thanks for the chance to win!!!

  46. Truly a beautiful idea! Would love to win it and give to my niece who is turning into a wonderful quilter!

  48. Such an amazing giveaway. I love quilting and coloring and would love to be the lucky winner.

Have you read?

30 Brilliant Uses for Empty Pill Bottles You Probably Haven’t Tried Yet

Creative and Practical Ways to Reuse Pill Bottles Around the Home

Let’s be honest—those little orange pill bottles multiply like rabbits in the back of the medicine cabinet. And if you’re anything like me, tossing them feels wasteful. They’re sturdy, compact, and practically begging to be reused. So rather than sending them to landfill purgatory, let’s put them to good use!

Here are 30 clever, crafty, and completely practical ways to reuse pill bottles—from home hacks to travel tips and even a few creative craft ideas your grandkids will love.

Home Organization Hacks

  1. Spare change stash
     Pop it in your car’s cup holder, and you’ll never be caught short for a parking meter again.
  2. Emergency sewing kit
     A couple of needles, thread, tiny scissors, and a spare button fit perfectly.
  3. Tiny hardware holder
     Nails, screws, washers—no more rummaging through random tins in the garage.
  4. Safety pin storage
     Stop chasing scattered pins in the bottom of your junk drawer.
  5. Toothpick travel case
     Because no one wants loose toothpicks rolling around in their handbag.
  6. Matches + striking strip
     Glue a match striker to the lid and toss it in your camping kit.
  7. Mini first-aid kit
     Band-aids, alcohol wipes, and a few painkillers—all in one waterproof spot.
  8. USB or SD card holder
     Label the lid and keep your data safe and dry.

Craft & DIY Ideas

  1. Bead storage
     Perfect for sorting small amounts by color or type.
  2. Glitter containment
     Finally, a way to store glitter without it taking over your whole craft drawer.
  3. DIY travel paint pots
     A little dab of acrylic in each bottle = no mess on the go.
  4. Mini crayon case
     Snap a few crayons in half and toss them in for road trip fun.
  5. Yarn needle case
     Stop losing your large eye needles in the couch cushions!
  6. Button collector
     Keep vintage buttons or those extras from clothing tags neatly sorted.
  7. DIY air freshener
     Punch holes in the lid, fill with baking soda and essential oils, and tuck into smelly corners.

Gardening & Outdoors

  1. Seed storage
     Keep heirloom seeds labeled and moisture-free between seasons.
  2. DIY watering scoop
     Cut the bottom off and use it to water seedlings gently.
  3. Slug bait traps
     Fill with beer, bury level with soil. Say goodbye to slug-munched lettuce.
  4. Travel spice holder
     Take your garden herbs camping with labeled, sealed bottles.

Travel & Purse Essentials

  1. Earbud holder
     No more tangled cords in the bottom of your handbag.
  2. Travel pill sorter
     Instead of dragging the whole cabinet, portion out what you need.
  3. Hair ties and bobby pins
     A small bottle keeps these sneaky little things together.
  4. Lotion or sunscreen decanter
     Much cheaper (and smaller) than travel bottles from the store.
  5. Jewelry protection
     Pop your rings or earrings in a cotton-padded bottle while swimming or traveling.
  6. Breath mint container
     No more rattling Tic Tac boxes—just sleek and quiet.

Kids, Pets, & Emergency Prep

  1. Pet treats
     Handy for walks or training sessions. Clip to your keychain or leash.
  2. DIY “I’m bored” game pieces
     Write fun challenges on slips of paper and store them for school holidays.
  3. Mini flashlight storage
     Tuck in a tiny torch and a few batteries—great for glove compartments or emergency kits.
  4. Tooth fairy bank
     My kids used to leave the tooth and the bottle under the pillow. Easier for the fairy to find!
  5. Message in a bottle
     Classic beach day fun. Bonus points for sealing it with wax.

A Quick Safety Note

If you’re using old prescription bottles, make sure to remove or cover the label completely—personal info should stay your business. And give each bottle a good wash before repurposing.

There’s something deeply satisfying about finding new life for old things. It’s frugal, clever, and let’s be honest—there’s a certain joy in telling someone, “Oh this? It’s just a pill bottle I upcycled.”

Have you found a genius way to reuse pill bottles? Share it in the comments or tag us @CraftGossip on Pinterest or Facebook—we’d love to see your ideas!