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Giveaway- The Simple Simon Guide To Patchwork Quilting: Two Girls, Seven Blocks, 21 Blissful Patchwork Projects

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Giveaway- The Simple Simon Guide To Patchwork Quilting: Two Girls, Seven Blocks, 21 Blissful Patchwork Projects

Leave a comment in today’s post by August 3rd, 2017 and you are in the running for this pretty quilting book.

Open to U. S. residents only please.

7 simply gorgeous quilts to complement any room!

Classic patchwork gets a modern makeover! In this sophisticated guide to quilting and sewing, popular Simple Simon and Company bloggers–and sisters-in-law–Liz Evans and Elizabeth Evans show you how to create traditional quilt blocks with a contemporary feel. Written with beginners in mind, The Simple Simon Guide to Patchwork Quilting invites you to get creative with step-by-step directions for making:

  • Bold, colorful quilts with graphic designs
  • Stunning skirts and accessories
  • Unique home decor, from whimsical wall art to a fabulous fabric basket that makes tidying up a treat
The Simple Simon Guide to Patchwork Quilting also includes tutorials on everything you’ll need to complete each project, from cutting fabric to attaching binding. Whether you’re new to quilting or simply looking for inspiration, you’ll love this stylish approach to a traditional patchwork.

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Comments

  1. I would love to win this book. You can never have too many quilting books. So much fun to make.

  3. What an exciting opportunity to win this book. Would love to give it to my daughter who quilts for her Birthday. She would be thrilled. So would I. She might finally make me one, lol Thank you all for this contest. ?

  10. I’ve been working on improving my quilting. I’ve done several simple designs on baby quilts, would like to expand to larger more complex designs/projects.

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