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

July 25, 2017 by Stefanie Girard

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. Lauralee Hensley says

    July 25, 2017 at 8:51 pm

    I actually need to get sewing on a quilt that I want to give as a Christmas present this year. Who doesn’t love quilting books and this one looks like it has quite a few projects in it.

  2. Rhonda says

    July 25, 2017 at 9:11 pm

    I’d love to win this quilt book!

  3. Kathy E. says

    July 25, 2017 at 9:31 pm

    I’m always in the mood to look at pretty quilts and get more inspiration! This book looks lovely!

  4. Jennifer Essad says

    July 25, 2017 at 11:32 pm

    I’ve yet to make a quilt but I’ve started collecting the needed tools/batting/threads/needles, etc. We are working on a space for me to be able to leave everything on the work table after both our kids have moved out on their own. I’m anxious to have this space for myself and let my creative influences flow – I’d love this gift, thanks for the chance

  5. MelodyJ says

    July 26, 2017 at 5:14 am

    This sounds interesting.

  6. annehaun says

    July 26, 2017 at 5:55 am

    I am just learning to quilt and this would be a perfect win!

  7. Linda Reynolds says

    July 26, 2017 at 6:37 am

    I’d love to be able to refer to a patchwork quilt book as I want to make a guilt with family shapes from scraps.

  8. Shari Harniss says

    July 26, 2017 at 6:40 am

    Love to win!

  9. Michele T says

    July 26, 2017 at 6:43 am

    The book sounds awesome!!

  10. JOAN WORKMAN says

    July 26, 2017 at 7:07 am

    This book sounds like my kind of quilting. Thanks for the great giveaway!

  11. Marie says

    July 26, 2017 at 7:27 am

    I’d love to win this quilt book and the creative inspiration it gives!

  12. Amanda Potts says

    July 26, 2017 at 7:29 am

    As a beginner quilter, this book looks like just what I need!

  13. Mary Helene says

    July 26, 2017 at 7:31 am

    The cover of this book alone shows how beautiful the project are.

  14. boilermom27 says

    July 26, 2017 at 7:32 am

    This looks like a beautiful book, thanks for the chance to win!

  15. Kathy Van Horn says

    July 26, 2017 at 7:35 am

    The quilt shown is one that is beautiful and looks perfect to begin teaching grandkids to quilt. Excited to see the other quilts!

  16. ssjmommy says

    July 26, 2017 at 7:44 am

    I love this book and want to win it!

  17. nancy lewis says

    July 26, 2017 at 8:03 am

    I love patchwork quilts and enjoy making them. I’d love to have this book for new ideas.

  18. Jean Benson Thompson says

    July 26, 2017 at 8:04 am

    Love looking at New Projects, and wanting to pick out Fabrics..! ! !

  19. Geraldine Flynn Austin says

    July 26, 2017 at 8:11 am

    Love looking a new patterns. Beginner here so need inspiration.

  20. Kari says

    July 26, 2017 at 8:41 am

    I just finished my very first quilt. I would love to have this book! ????

  21. Lee says

    July 26, 2017 at 8:49 am

    Looks like a great book -I would love to use with my sewing group!

  22. Céline Miller says

    July 26, 2017 at 8:51 am

    What a beautiful giveaway this is! I would SEW love this book to inspire my next quilts! 🙂

  23. Valerie says

    July 26, 2017 at 9:02 am

    These quilts are gorgeous!

  24. Darla says

    July 26, 2017 at 9:08 am

    I have a baby quilt that needs finishing and I keep putting it off. This book should help me get done. I hope I win!

  25. Sandy Michalik says

    July 26, 2017 at 9:20 am

    This looks like a great book to learn how to make a patchwork quilt

  26. Martha says

    July 26, 2017 at 9:24 am

    Need some new ideas for patchwork quilts, and this book looks perfect for that!

  27. Rose says

    July 26, 2017 at 9:30 am

    I would love to win this book and share it with my niece who is a wonderful quilt maker and always looking for new ideas!

  28. Meari says

    July 26, 2017 at 9:33 am

    I would love this book!

  29. Bonnie Peterson says

    July 26, 2017 at 9:35 am

    I have seen this this book elswhere and would love to win it and get started on some Christmas <3

  30. Rosemary says

    July 26, 2017 at 10:00 am

    I have a new granddaughter and this book would inspire me to make a quilt for her.

  31. spierssusan says

    July 26, 2017 at 10:00 am

    I love patchwork-looks like a wonderful book! Thank you, Susan

  32. Colleen Ackiss says

    July 26, 2017 at 11:20 am

    I would love to win a copy of this book. The quilt on the cover would be perfect for a guest bedroom.

  33. Joanne L Wilson says

    July 26, 2017 at 11:32 am

    This book looks great.

  34. Erin Dumont says

    July 26, 2017 at 11:35 am

    We can never find enough great new ideas for quilting or sewing! I’d really enjoy making projects from this book!

  35. barbaramoore28 says

    July 26, 2017 at 12:24 pm

    I would so love to win this book as I am about to start quilting!

  36. rosie says

    July 26, 2017 at 12:41 pm

    I love how modern fabric & old quilt patterns make for new designs.

  37. joanne says

    July 26, 2017 at 12:47 pm

    Goodness me, what a treasure this would be! Winters are long in Wisconsin and I can visualize working from this book almost all winter :-). Thank you for this giveaway offer.

  38. Zina Clark says

    July 26, 2017 at 1:24 pm

    I love the fresh, modern look of the quilts in this book!

  39. Liz LUmsden says

    July 26, 2017 at 1:54 pm

    Judging from the cover it looks like the projects will be fresh and inspiring!

  40. Deborah says

    July 26, 2017 at 2:34 pm

    New grandbaby on the way, looking for ideas for a quilt, sounds like just what I need.

  41. beauty844 says

    July 26, 2017 at 5:33 pm

    looking forward to using this book to engage cratively!

  42. Pat Perry says

    July 26, 2017 at 6:39 pm

    I have been quilting for a long time and have lots of fabric scraps to use with different scrap quilt patterns. I would really like to win this book.

  43. yarnaddicted says

    July 26, 2017 at 7:10 pm

    I would love to enter for this awesome book! Thanks for the chance 😀
    Kim R.

  44. Charlene Wood says

    July 26, 2017 at 7:37 pm

    Would be great for me because I make a lot of comfort quilts for the elderly

  45. Marlene Gaither says

    July 26, 2017 at 8:40 pm

    This is a great giveaway! I’d love to try to some of the designs!

  46. Stephanie S says

    July 26, 2017 at 9:42 pm

    This looks like a great book!

  47. Karey says

    July 26, 2017 at 10:29 pm

    Pretty quilts! I am planning on starting my first quilt soon!

  48. Faith says

    July 26, 2017 at 11:52 pm

    Looks like an awesome book that could really help me out!

  49. Chris says

    July 27, 2017 at 12:49 am

    This looks like a wonderful book to have at my fingertips. Lots of ideas.

  50. Hope Smitherman says

    July 27, 2017 at 8:10 am

    I’ve been working toward learning to quilt for ages now. This book would be treasured. Thanks so much for the opportunity! 😀

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