Sunday, August 28, 2011

Sewing Back-To-School at Sew Sweetness and Garden Paths Giveaway

This giveaway is now closed...
Tomorrow I am guest-blogging at Sew Sweetness, which is hosted by Sara in Chicago. She has lined up 30 days of fun sewing articles this month. I'll be talking about buttons and buttonholes - specifically how to use them on the back of pillows.

I "met" Sara this spring. After noticing that she faithfully commented on many of my blog posts I emailed her asking if she might want to test a pattern for my line. (Yes, be careful faithful commenters!) That pattern was Garden Paths, my best seller, so I thought that it was only fitting that I host a Garden Paths giveaway with this post. Not only am I giving away the pattern but I have one Veranda roll-up that I've saved for just this purpose.

To enter you must be a follower of this blog and leave a comment on this post telling me a big lie about yourself. (I must give credit to this giveaway idea to the very funny ladies of at Me and My Sister Designs. They did this a few months ago and I thought it was absolutely brilliant.) Don't forget to leave me a way to contact you should you win.

I'll start:
At a statuesque 5'10", I am a very relaxed person with absolutely no tendency towards obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Winner will be chosen using the Random Number Generator on Saturday

Make sure to hop on over to Sew Sweetness and say "hi" to Sara because she is having a giveaway on my entire pattern line - one more chance to win something fun!

Happy sewing!
Amanda

Labels: giveaway, Veranda

314 Comments:

At August 28, 2011 at 6:58 PM , Janet said...: We could be twins!

I'm a calm and relaxed person who only works on one project at a time.
At August 28, 2011 at 6:59 PM , Melinda said...: Okay, so I'll be number 1! I am quite the efficient person, extremely organized and always on time for every event. I am a fiend for fashion and am only dressed in clothing by the designer of the moment!
At August 28, 2011 at 7:02 PM , Sandie @ crazy'boutquilts said...: Oh how fun!~ that's the truth! :-)

I don't want to win~ big fat lie! :-)
And gosh, we could be related~ I'm 5'10'' and a swimsuit model.

Thank you for the fun!
At August 28, 2011 at 7:06 PM , Kathleen said...: I am a total clean freak with a daily schedule so every room in my house gets cleaned weekly. Windows, refrigerator, oven, the works! Oh, and I iron the sheets! :)
At August 28, 2011 at 7:06 PM , Deborah in Atlanta said...: I always know what I'm doing when I'm making a quilt. I'm very decisive when I select my pattern and fabrics, and never second-guess myself. I hate shopping for fabric and get in and out of the shop as fast as I can.
At August 28, 2011 at 7:07 PM , Chris said...: I am the most organized person you ever met and finish every single project in a timely fashion before starting another. Quick! Cover my grandchildrens' eyes!!!
At August 28, 2011 at 7:09 PM , MaryBeth said...: OOOO, yummy fabrics and I love your pattern. I don't have one single unfinished quilting project in my sewing room. Actually, that really isn't a lie, I don't have ONE, I have many, LOL. Okay, I'll try again. I can't stand spending time in my sewing room. I'd rather do anything else - laundry, cooking, cleaning - anything but sewing!
At August 28, 2011 at 7:21 PM , Ella said...: .I'm so comfy with my body that I do burlesque as Mimi Man-toya!
Ok...I even made myself giggle. That was a whopper.
At August 28, 2011 at 7:22 PM , Sallie said...: I speak 7 languages fluently and have a degree in rocket science.
At August 28, 2011 at 7:30 PM , quilary said...: I absolutey love my job because it keeps me out of the sewing room and away from all those fabrics and patterns that just make me unhappy!
At August 28, 2011 at 7:33 PM , cakegirl said...: I am young.
At August 28, 2011 at 7:33 PM , Jessica said...: I love when people me, "how's the weather up there?" =P

Oh, and I follow!
At August 28, 2011 at 7:44 PM , Jennifer said...: I'm a follower (truth) - now the fun part.. I'm a laid back person that can go with the flow and hates to make lists. ;)

jmistok(at)gmail(dot)com
At August 28, 2011 at 7:47 PM , Anonymous said...: I always eat healthy and hate anything chocolate!
At August 28, 2011 at 7:48 PM , rilojane said...: I LOVE being the center of attention. When my birthday rolls around, I want it to be all about me Me ME! My favorite pass-time is chatting on the phone with my mother-in-law. All her super drama stories about her and her friends are SO interesting. If I had a day where I could do anything I wanted without any responsibilities, I'd just exercise all day long. I follow nothing but workout and diet blogs. How I am a follower of this sewing blog I totally don't know.
Oh, and N'Sync is the best band of all time.
At August 28, 2011 at 7:49 PM , Barb said...: I never procrastinate! I always complete work first and then make time to quilt, or read, or ..... I exercise daily and can still fit into my wedding dress--33 years later!

Oh, this is so much fun (really)!
At August 28, 2011 at 7:50 PM , Peggy said...: I am a follower of your blog...truth.

I am not slightly OCD or a HUGE fabric collector. I always finish a project before I start another. I have no UFOs!

I'd love to win...and that's the truth!
At August 28, 2011 at 7:50 PM , cheryl said...: I am a lovely y9ung lady that loves to clean everyday and cooks gourmet meals for my husband for every meal. Getting into the sewinf room is hard since I really don't enjoy it much. That's a huge wopper.
At August 28, 2011 at 8:00 PM , Wendy said...: I am a loyal reading of your blog - I subscribe via Google Reader

Okay, here is my big lie:

I am incredibly neat, hate to read and despise quilting :)

caribousmom (at) gmail (dot) com
At August 28, 2011 at 8:06 PM , Crystal said...: My house is perfectly clean, my children are well-groomed, and my dogs are well-behaved. I exercise every day and never nap while the kids are at school! Lol.

Now for the truth: I am a happy
follower!
At August 28, 2011 at 8:14 PM , Karen O said...: I am a young, but very experienced quilter. My family has had several generations of quilters in a row. My daughter is getting started at 13.

Truth - I LOVE this pattern and this fabric. Thank you for the chance to win.
At August 28, 2011 at 8:17 PM , Jeanine The Crafting Fiend said...: My favorite color is orange!
thecraftingfiend@gmail.com
At August 28, 2011 at 8:18 PM , PinkGranny said...: I am very expert on all things quilting, especially challenging fussy cut pieces.
At August 28, 2011 at 8:20 PM , mascanlon said...: My sewing room is always clean and organized in fact Where Women Create is booked for a photo shoot next week but I had to say no because I was flying off to do the series of The Quilt Show !
At August 28, 2011 at 8:22 PM , Mary said...: My life is perfect. Perfect children, perfect husband. Perfect mother-in-law.
At August 28, 2011 at 8:34 PM , Mom2RyandSis said...: I love housework and I’d much rather scrub the floor than make a quilt!

I'm a follower. Thanks for the giveaway! :)
At August 28, 2011 at 8:35 PM , Jennyroo said...: I drive my husband crazy because I am always picking up my things and tidying and organizing them. He also says I should buy more fabric because I don't have enough.
At August 28, 2011 at 8:35 PM , Unknown said...: I absolutely detest chocolate and fabric!
At August 28, 2011 at 8:36 PM , Rhonda the Rambler said...: Not only is my house completely immaculate but all of my quilting projects get cleaned. I have no idea what a UFO is if its not a Flying Sauser! Oh and my husband picks up after himself all the time...and even taught my 16 yo to clean her room!
At August 28, 2011 at 8:38 PM , robin said...: I gag on chocolate. ;)
At August 28, 2011 at 8:39 PM , Ruth said...: I'm the neatest woman and the best housekeeper in the world, and I like like a rug, too.
At August 28, 2011 at 8:42 PM , Staci said...: I'm a total slob who can't cook a thing without burning it. I'm my mother in law's favorite daughter in law. I adore snakes and all kinds of reptiles. When I quilt, I hate every second of it and always completely finish one project before starting another. And most important of all, I never, ever over spend my fabric budget!

; D
At August 28, 2011 at 8:43 PM , Alyce @ Blossom Heart Quilts said...: I'm a patient sewer who only works on one thing at a time and only buys the fabric that I need for each project.
At August 28, 2011 at 8:47 PM , Linda V said...: I am a follower~
I wear a size 2! :)
Thanks for the giveaway. LOVE the pattern AND fabrics!
At August 28, 2011 at 8:49 PM , Mrs.Pickles said...: I do not have a weakness for cookbooks...lol

Good luck everyone
At August 28, 2011 at 8:52 PM , TinksDaughter said...: All of my closets and cabinets are organized alphabetically and I live by the rule: There's a place for everything and everything in its place. Ha!

dede.dedebaker@gmail.com
At August 28, 2011 at 8:52 PM , Angel said...: I am a new follower.
I hate coffee :)

Thanks for the giveaway
At August 28, 2011 at 8:56 PM , pcflamingo said...: I'm a follower (really) (no fooling). My sewing room is neat as a pin and I never have to pick up piles of fabric from the floor and stack them on the cutting table so my cleaning lady can vacuum. I always follow the Blue Bird motto that I learned as a little girl "I will learn to finish what I begin." Always.
At August 28, 2011 at 9:01 PM , supersara20 said...: I am not at all overwhelmed with all the projects I must finish before Christmas!
At August 28, 2011 at 9:08 PM , Annieofbluegables said...: Best game for a room full of strangers at a party: Two Truths and a Lie (then the strangers have to guess the lie)

truth: I follow your blog
truth: I had my baby by myself in a bathtub after the hospital sent me home and my hubby was working grave yards.
lie: I have such a neat sewing room and it beautifully shows off my Barbie Doll collection. (I rival Teresa* when it comes to an organized sewing room.
* http://www.sewwequilt.com/2010/10/welcome-to-my-underwear-drawer.html#comments)
~a
ps thanks for the fun comments
At August 28, 2011 at 9:11 PM , Dee said...: I'm a doctor of fabricology who's currently working on the cure for quilting thumb and concurrently, embroidery eyestrain. In my spare time, I volunteer for Fabric for Humanity, which provides new material for families who are down on their fabric luck and need a boost to get back on track with their sewing.
At August 28, 2011 at 9:22 PM , Kathy MacKie said...: I never quilt in my jammies!!!
At August 28, 2011 at 9:23 PM , Tammy said...: Thank you for the giveaway.

I'm a quilt designer and blogger. I began about 20 years ago and today I travel the world from the far reaches of Greenland to the South Pole sharing my designs and wonderful fabric with people around the globe!
At August 28, 2011 at 9:34 PM , Kleep said...: I love it when my dogs eats all his food, burps in my face, drools foody drool on me, and farts every ten minutes. I also wish that he would poop on the floor more.
At August 28, 2011 at 9:45 PM , Pam said...: My home is immaculately clean. I learned how to quilt so fast that after a two months I am an expert. My seams always match perfectly and I don't need a seam ripper so I threw it away
I follow this blog..truth.
At August 28, 2011 at 10:43 PM , Pat V. said...: My house is neat as a pin and dust free; no fabric scraps or threads on the floor! I cook gourmet meals nightly and never complain about my husband.
At August 28, 2011 at 10:55 PM , Martina said...: I am a very patient person and never tempted to buy fabrics I don't really need!
At August 28, 2011 at 11:01 PM , darcey said...: I do not have 20 ufos on my shelf in my sewing room! Hah!
Darcey
At August 28, 2011 at 11:33 PM , Anonymous said...: I hate summer, swimming and sunshine!

Oh, and I hate sewing! (Do you love the alliteration?)
At August 28, 2011 at 11:54 PM , Betty said...: You want me to tell you something about me?
You've not heard of me?
I'm so famous!!
I am a confident machine quilter and always know what to do best in every situation of life.
I always finish what I'm doing before I start a new project.
I am very organised: my desk is always clean and empty.
I dislike every fabric you've designed so far.
And the last detail I'll give you is that I live in the USA.
(and I never lie!)
At August 29, 2011 at 12:01 AM , Leah said...: I am wishing school didn't begin in a week... Its too soon, and I'd love the kids to stay home living our totally unstructured life we've had this month.

(BTW, remind me in a month, that I really wanted the routine to start!)
At August 29, 2011 at 12:10 AM , Sunnybec said...: I really don't want to win this, I don't like Vernanda at all!! OMG my heart is beating so fast after saying that...LOL. I follow you. Linda xx
At August 29, 2011 at 12:24 AM , Cille said...: I'm a great cook! My friends never forget a meal that I have prepared (the last is not a lie actually but it's for the opposite reasons that one might think. I think everybody still remember the red curry I tried about 10 years ago).
I follow you... naturellement :)And thanks for the opportunity to win. I really like the bright, happy fabric and already had the pattern bookmarked.
At August 29, 2011 at 12:25 AM , Anonymous said...: Although I'm throwing my hat in the ring for this fabric giveaway, I actually have a wonderful eye for color and do not need to rely on pre-coordinated fabric lines to make a decent quilt. For instance, the pink, blue, and purple batiks I picked out for my last quilt DID NOT end up looking like a giant bruise.
At August 29, 2011 at 12:37 AM , Emma said...: I can't understand why quilters would cut up perfectly good fabric, only to sew it back together again!
At August 29, 2011 at 1:21 AM , Mystica said...: Fabulous comments here! I quilt not because I love to but because so many people beg me to do so.
At August 29, 2011 at 1:38 AM , Jo said...: First of all I just hate your fabric and patterns, however I also live in a spotless house and would never think of eating a pint of ice cream a day. I guess that is why I wear a size 2 and am able to dress to the 9's every day, pj's and sweat pants are things I would never stay in for more that 10 mins after I get out of bed.
At August 29, 2011 at 1:39 AM , Gill said...: I hate sewing and consequently never buy any fabric!
Coincidentally I am also 5' 10" !!
At August 29, 2011 at 2:21 AM , Gemma said...: I am a quiet person who hates speaking in front of others and would rather eat an apple than a piece of cake.
Gem
x
At August 29, 2011 at 2:21 AM , Margi said...: Love this.

I finish every project I start, I do not have UFOs or second sock syndrome (knitting) and I can sing like an Angel!
At August 29, 2011 at 2:26 AM , Debbie B Sam said...: I am a happily married mother of 5 wonderful children. I gave up a promising career as a brain surgeon to be the spokesperson for "Fabric - stop buying it - don't create!"
At August 29, 2011 at 2:32 AM , Anonymous said...: Hahaha I am a blonde bimbo model and I never ever hide from my kids so I can sew and quilt in peace!
At August 29, 2011 at 2:38 AM , Calicojoan said...: Too funny!! I love the garden path pattern. What a design, and you have to love those jelly rolls! For me, I am super model material. NOT FABRIC MATERIAL With the patience of a saint! :-) Let me adjust my halo here...
At August 29, 2011 at 2:42 AM , MaddyMaze Studio said...: I am a follower and I absolutely do not have 4 bins of fat quarters in color order in my garage!
At August 29, 2011 at 2:51 AM , Missy said...: Hey! Thanks for the giveaway! Just FYI, I would NEVER skip church to sew up a quilt that is needed the next week. :-) Oh and I did NOT do that this weekend.
At August 29, 2011 at 3:02 AM , Karen said...: My house is always neat and clean, everything in its place, the family well fed with delicious and healthy food! Nothing suffers as a result of my desire to create, and I do not suffer from a compulsion to acquire fabric and tools to express my creativity!
At August 29, 2011 at 3:34 AM , Ann said...: I just got back from my daily 8 mile run and saw your post. I had to comment before I whipped up a hot breakfast for my family, fed and groomed the dog, and packed our lunches for work. I love your fabrics! (at least that last part is true!)
At August 29, 2011 at 3:48 AM , Lisa England said...: I don't know what women see in George Clooney.
At August 29, 2011 at 3:49 AM , Unknown said...: When I travel the world in my job as a super model, people often ask me, "why do you quilt?"
At August 29, 2011 at 3:49 AM , Sequana said...: Ever since I was a small child, I've been able to eat anything I like and never put on an extra pound. Been a size 8 all my adult life.

Thx for the great giveaway.

I'm a follower on Google Reader.
At August 29, 2011 at 4:21 AM , Irina said...: Hi! thanks for the chance to win this beautiful jelly roll!
I follow your blog and I absolutely hate chocolate!yak, can't get near to it at all... (yeah, right...)
At August 29, 2011 at 4:23 AM , Laurie said...: I will definately follow my diet AND get the sewing room cleaned spotless this week! -- thanks for a chance to win. Laurie

llsbaskets@comcast.net
At August 29, 2011 at 4:25 AM , Unknown said...: I love to speak in public and I can talk about almost anything-give me a microphone and I'm on-n-n-n!
At August 29, 2011 at 4:27 AM , Nancy said...: I may just have to grab this idea for my Next Give Away!(Truth)

I recently received the Seamstress of the Year Award, in France~

I am a follower, and would Love to win.(Truth)

Huggs, Nancy
At August 29, 2011 at 4:29 AM , Sandy said...: I never overextend myself and always say no when I don't have time to do something for someone else. LOL! Thanks for the opportunity to win!=)
At August 29, 2011 at 4:29 AM , Dana Gaffney said...: I am a very careful quilter, who follows all directions flawlessly. I would hate to win this.
At August 29, 2011 at 4:31 AM , Julie said...: I just love the zero degree weather we have in the winter!
At August 29, 2011 at 4:38 AM , Pepe said...: I hate chocolate and muffins!
At August 29, 2011 at 4:42 AM , Stitched With Prayer said...: Well I am a quilter who just can't understand the people who say they like to 'pet' or 'fondle' fabric. You will NEVER catch me laying out fabric and fondling it, or walking through a quilt shop and running my hands over the fabric as I admire it. Hugz and blessings...

(Oh my goodness, that was really painful, LOL)
At August 29, 2011 at 4:43 AM , KristyLou said...: My favorite time of the day is the morning, and I hate coffee! :) Thanks.
At August 29, 2011 at 4:45 AM , Anonymous said...: Oh dear! I follow your blog...let's see....

I'm absolutely rich and can simply buy anything my heart desires!

There, that was super easy. =)

Thanks for a lovely giveaway.
At August 29, 2011 at 4:46 AM , Anonymous said...: I am young and wrinkle free, just like all my fabric stash.
gauen at mbc dot edu
At August 29, 2011 at 4:47 AM , Unknown said...: Truth - I'm a follower!!!
My sewing room is always neat and organized and I never start a new project till I finish the one I'm working on.
At August 29, 2011 at 5:08 AM , Nancy said...: Amanda,

Just wanted to pop back over and say Thanks for the Great Button Tutorial you did on Sarah's Blog!! I now may try Buttonholes with ease!!(All Truth)

Huggs, Nancy
At August 29, 2011 at 5:22 AM , Sheryl F. said...: I love to cook and my house is spotless. Fan4may at aol dot com
At August 29, 2011 at 5:25 AM , ♥Duff said...: I live in France and there are ants in my underpants!
At August 29, 2011 at 5:33 AM , ikceb said...: I have been sewing for over 25 yrs and I do not have one UFO! and I love bologna biscuits from Bojangles.
At August 29, 2011 at 5:38 AM , KatheG said...: I suffer from OCD - house is Monk spotless - all projects are done - and everything is in its place!
At August 29, 2011 at 5:38 AM , Suzee said...: I follow your blog and I hate the smell of coffee ... (that hurt to say lol )
At August 29, 2011 at 5:46 AM , Marjorie said...: I have a large, sunny studio with a giant design wall, where my sewing projects are carefully organized, and nothing is ever "out of place".
At August 29, 2011 at 5:46 AM , Michele T said...: My house is absolutely dust-free, spotless and completely organized. I would prefer to go to work, or work around the house cooking, cleaning, doing yard work than wasting time around a silly sewing studio cutting up fabric and sewing it back together!
At August 29, 2011 at 5:50 AM , Karen said...: I ALWAYS finish one project before I start on the next. I never buy fabric until I need it. I always remember where every piece of fabric is stored!
At August 29, 2011 at 5:53 AM , VickiT said...: When I was younger, I never have been so drunk as to dance in an elevated cage in a 50's bar to the song "Itsy Bitsy Teeny Weeny Yellow Polka Dot Bikini".
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e6VHHCrU1sI

:)
At August 29, 2011 at 5:55 AM , Nancy D. said...: I'll continue with the lie I told them... I'm incredibly organized. I am able to go to work each day and get all my work accomplished and then make it home in time to prepare a beautiful well-balanced meal to my selfless teenagers and husband. hahahaha!
At August 29, 2011 at 6:05 AM , Kathryn said...: I always win the giveaways that I enter! (Prove me wrong/right) Kathie L in Allentown
At August 29, 2011 at 6:08 AM , Stray Stitches (Linda G) said...: I love sleeping in late and am a night owl. Thanks for the opportunity to enter your great giveaway!
At August 29, 2011 at 6:10 AM , goecker said...: I skate for a roller derby team and drive a motorcycle!
At August 29, 2011 at 6:11 AM , Michele said...: I am the best quilter God put on this earth! I never make any mistakes! People wish they were me! Hahaha!
At August 29, 2011 at 6:14 AM , Robin said...: I don't care if my seams don't line up perfectly. I just keep on sewing. My seam ripper barely gets any attention.
At August 29, 2011 at 6:15 AM , girleen said...: hello! i really love that pattern and i would be so excited to get my hands on the fabric! i think one of my biggest lies (which are many), is that i am well-organized. i am pulled in too many directions to be perfect in any one thing. thanks for the chance!
At August 29, 2011 at 6:18 AM , Lisnaweary Quilts said...: I am a follower and I have absolutely no fabric - zilch - zero, my drawers are empty, cupboards, attic, under the bed, wardrobe all echo with the emptiness. It truly is a tragedy.
At August 29, 2011 at 6:19 AM , Jeanne Gwin said...: I absolutely do not like to sew or quilt. Fabric is a work of the devil and will never darken my home. I sleep under fuzzy and dusty blankets!! The last thing in the world I want is a pattern and jelly roll.
At August 29, 2011 at 6:20 AM , Anonymous said...: I complete every project I start.
At August 29, 2011 at 6:20 AM , Jeanne Gwin said...: I am a follower of your blog (that is the truth) LOL That was hard for me to lie, it is something I just hate.
At August 29, 2011 at 6:26 AM , Deb said...: I am a follower of your blog and I've never been over weight in my life, honest! Love the pattern and the fabric!
At August 29, 2011 at 6:35 AM , suesinger said...: love your blog and I have no UFO's.
Sue
At August 29, 2011 at 6:39 AM , Pamela said...: Poor me..I have no fabric stash to make any quilt projects!
At August 29, 2011 at 6:40 AM , Threads by Terry said...: I sew everyday and complete each and every project i start. My sewing room is so organized you would not even find a piece of the thread out of place...
terry \obumpa@msn.com
PS I got my LQS to carry your patterns YAY!!!! Love love
At August 29, 2011 at 6:47 AM , Carrie P. said...: I am a follower and I just love the heat and humidity of summertime!
At August 29, 2011 at 6:57 AM , Annmarie said...: I love apples - love the big crunch you hear with that first bite! Now here are some truths: I follow your blog; love the Garden Path pattern; and LOVE Veranda - thanks for the chance to win.
At August 29, 2011 at 6:58 AM , MommaLlama said...: What a great giveaway!
slhightower5(at)yahoo(dot)com
At August 29, 2011 at 7:02 AM , Anonymous said...: I'm a follower and I'm a big burly man!
At August 29, 2011 at 7:04 AM , Syd said...: I won an award for having the neatest and most organized sewing room. I'd like to say pictures to follow, but...... I'd hate for anyone to be jealous!!
At August 29, 2011 at 7:12 AM , Four dogs and one quilter said...: I never sleep so I can make a quilt every night. My family is so sick of all the quilts I make, I now give the quilts away to strangers on the street.
At August 29, 2011 at 7:15 AM , RivkaBelle said...: haha, This is fun...okay...let's see...

...I am a 4'11 redhead with a degree in Physics who loves mustard, shelves my books in whatever order I grab them, and adores snakes.

(GFC follower!)
At August 29, 2011 at 7:23 AM , Dona said...: Well to start with I'm young and gorgeous and have absolutely no wrinkles in my face. And I'm married to a millionaire and we jet set across the world. And I would never think of sewing. I have people to do that!
At August 29, 2011 at 7:27 AM , Jessica Jo said...: I am single college student living in Texas. I am in a sorority and I love to get drunk! I don't even remember what my major is, I'm usually so wasted and horny I can't focus on anything but the next party. Score and score!
At August 29, 2011 at 7:30 AM , JudyCinNC said...: Oh the joy of telling little white lies ... so refreshing and freeing. I never expect people to keep their promises or to tell the truth...my life has been a wonderful whirlwind of everything falling into place. I have no regrets (willing to speak of). The truth is the easy part, how wonderful this giveaway is and the fantastic opportunity you have given us. Judy C in NC
At August 29, 2011 at 7:30 AM , Laura said...: 4 words "I need more fabric"!!!!
At August 29, 2011 at 7:33 AM , Jessim said...: Hi! I'm a follower (I think I follow you through blogger, but you are definetly on my google reader!) <-- truth

I am an absolute perfectionist in my quilting, no mistake goes uncorrected :)
At August 29, 2011 at 7:33 AM , Caren said...: One lie? OK, I'm game to try:
I am a mommy to 31 perfect children, all twins!!!
At August 29, 2011 at 7:34 AM , Melissa Corry said...: A lie huh??? How about, I just love being pregnant :)
At August 29, 2011 at 7:39 AM , pinsandneedles said...: I am the most organized person around. Everything is in its place and put away immediately after use. No wasted time searching for things here...
At August 29, 2011 at 7:48 AM , Mellisa said...: Like many others above, I am able to focus all my attention on one task at a time without EVER procrastinating. I'm also fantastic at math :)
At August 29, 2011 at 7:51 AM , Susan said...: I am a follower of your blog and I just love Veranda and Garden Paths (this one IS true). I was born in Chicago but have lived most of my life in the south and I just love hot humid weather and Oh yes, okra.
At August 29, 2011 at 7:54 AM , Michele said...: I so love this fabric line and the pattern. I think it is a must addition to my collection.

About me???? I am an only child who does not play well with others and does not like to do crafty things at all.
At August 29, 2011 at 7:56 AM , Diane said...: Not a lie - I love reading your blog!

hmmm... how about ... I have no projects to work on ... ha!
At August 29, 2011 at 8:01 AM , Snoodles said...: Oh, Veranda is a line of fabric that I just dislike intensely, and I have never ever drooled over the Garden Paths pattern, with my mouse poised to click! Also, I am yet another member of this quilting community that is still slender and can fit in my clothes from college days.
Giggle! Wow, I'm pretty good at this lying stuff...I'd better be careful!
At August 29, 2011 at 8:03 AM , Nancy said...: I finish a quilt a week,
and then start anew.
I'm a perfect wife,
and mother too.

I don't make mistakes,
I never cut wrong,
my seams always meet,
never too short or long.

I'm the best in the world,
although no one's heard,
and my poem's are awesome,
or so's the word.

So I really don't need this,
don't want to win.
I'm just sending this post,
to add to the din.

Now that you've heard,
some really terrible lies,
please enter me in your giveaway,
for a really terrific prize!
At August 29, 2011 at 8:11 AM , Teresa Quilts said...: Amanda, I am a slim person who keeps her house spotless. I hate quilting and the feel of fabric. I hate reading blogs, and that is why I follow so many.

Love the pattern and Veranda!
At August 29, 2011 at 8:14 AM , Lana said...: Truth: I follow your blog and would love to win!

My seam ripper would like to be turned into Protective Services for neglect. I do not have a 'sewing cave' in my basement, nope, no not me. You could never tell this by the lack of fabric and other suspicious supplies.
Lroghair (at) aol (dot) com
At August 29, 2011 at 8:18 AM , Cherold said...: I never have more than one project going at the same time. I finish every quilt I start...wow...so many lies and so little time! lol :)

hugs,
Cheri
At August 29, 2011 at 8:24 AM , Nanbon44 said...: when I walk in a room, not a sound can be heard. All eyes are on me as I step onto the dance floor. The band starts to play and John Travola offers his hand, we glide across the floor.
At August 29, 2011 at 8:25 AM , deserae said...: I am a perfectionist who loves sewing everything by hand!
At August 29, 2011 at 8:31 AM , Ruth said...: I am so bored all the time, because I have nothing to do...no interests...no hobbies...no friends...no family...no activities...no money. Ahhhhh! Such a restful life it is.

rssavingalot@gmail.com
At August 29, 2011 at 8:33 AM , LJ said...: I have made hundreds of quilts and can find few new patterns I want to make especially because the process has become so simple.
At August 29, 2011 at 8:38 AM , Catskill Quilter said...: Ilove your patterns! Now, the big fib: I am only 22 years old, have made 17 quilts and speak 5 languages.
At August 29, 2011 at 8:41 AM , Sue said...: We won't discuss looks because obviously my figure simply enhances my naturally flowing blond locks. What impresses everyone most, however, is how I can work a high stress full time job, keep the house spic and span, have a hot dinner on the table every night, jog 5 miles, and finish the evening by sewing in an immaculately maintained craft room, all with a cheery disposition and a perpetual smile. (Wow ... I actually put that into words without cracking up!)
At August 29, 2011 at 8:45 AM , Nancy Page said...: Truth: Great giveaway, great pattern, great fabric!

Lie: My sewing room is ready for a new project! Don't I wish.

Thank you for this great giveaway. Have a super great sewing and stitching day.
At August 29, 2011 at 8:45 AM , Lorri said...: This should be fun! Yes, I am a follower of yours. *truth*

I am a well rounded person. Everything in order, and everything in place. I have a great job and have no time for sewing a quilt. So why should I want to win!!! lololololol

Thx
At August 29, 2011 at 8:49 AM , Terry@ a quilting blog said...: I'm a follower of your blog.

"My name is Amanda Murphy and I have absolutely no interest in quilting."

;o)
At August 29, 2011 at 8:53 AM , Brenna said...: I don't hoard fabric, I hate chocolate, and I never, ever, ever have a messy house!
At August 29, 2011 at 8:56 AM , Laura said...: i am enjoying this dry hot summer we are having and I like nothing better than a day of 110 degree heat!
At August 29, 2011 at 9:01 AM , Candice said...: Ouuu, I am an expert quilter, paper piecer, and seamstress with a massive Bernina 820. I have a room (no, 2 rooms) FULL of bolts of lovely fabric, from floor to ceiling. :) So fun!
At August 29, 2011 at 9:07 AM , shelley said...: I've completely lost track of how many days till the kids go back to school, and I don't know how I am going to fill my days when they do!
At August 29, 2011 at 9:09 AM , Crystal said...: I dislike shopping and, if and when I do visit a quilt shop, I always use that fabric immediately in order to avoid having any kind of fabric stash, at all!

I'm a follower (absolutely true!) - thanks for another great giveaway(also true!).
At August 29, 2011 at 9:13 AM , Anonymous said...: I'M THE VERY BEST FREE MOTION QUILTER OUT THERE !!!!
THANKS FOR SHARING.

jldouglas@wispwest,net
At August 29, 2011 at 9:19 AM , KMSC said...: I have no unfinished objects or a fabric stash. I finish one project at a time.

k.castanette@hotmail.com
At August 29, 2011 at 9:21 AM , ThreadCatcher said...: I am the relaxed non-stressed type who somehow manages to eat every carbohydrate known to man-yet still fit into my 30 year old wedding dress. And if you believe that I have this bridge to sell you...HA!
At August 29, 2011 at 9:35 AM , Jacqueline said...: Being calm, petite, and mousey, my career path would be much better suited toward a librarian rather than a heavy metal musician...
At August 29, 2011 at 10:24 AM , Lisa E said...: My teenage daughters are always polite to me. Their favorite thing to do is to hang out with me. I get lots of love and kisses from them.

P.S. I am a follower.
At August 29, 2011 at 10:29 AM , Anonymous said...: Everything in my house is black, white or gray--walls, floor, furniture, photos... Color freaks me out! :)
At August 29, 2011 at 10:36 AM , Heather A said...: For a very short period of time I have been despising this particular pattern and would consider myself the most unfortunate person on earth to win both it and this fugly fabric.

I know we're not to be truthful, but I can't tell you how it hurt me to write that top bit.
At August 29, 2011 at 10:44 AM , Anonymous said...: I teach a pole-dancing class on the weekends!

Ha! Thanks for a great giveaway. I have been drooling over Veranda!
At August 29, 2011 at 10:53 AM , Peach Rainbow said...: I am a very organized person ;D
At August 29, 2011 at 10:58 AM , Unknown said...: my feet don't hurt, my back isn't aching, my fingers aren't tired, my brain is vital and alert. I can remember why I started writing this ...
At August 29, 2011 at 11:02 AM , I Quilt for Fun said...: I am a young vibrant fit man who doesn't love fabric, reading blogs, dreaming of starting new quilts, nor do I care to win this jelly roll.

This is hard! That's the true part.

jan at iquiltforfun.blogspot.com
At August 29, 2011 at 11:04 AM , Amy said...: I am a follower, which is the truth

I am also a runner, who never misses an opportunity to get up before work to get all sweaty while running a couple of miles. I also would never think about drinking soda or eating anything unhealthy, especially deserts! oh the horrors!!!

back to the truth......thanks for this fun giveaway!
At August 29, 2011 at 11:11 AM , Jenelle said...: Ok here's a big lie: I never argue, hate sugar, and dislike being creative. Fabric makes me nauseous and I don't enjoy spending time in craft stores. ;)

That was kinda fun! Thanks for the giveaway and for the laugh.
At August 29, 2011 at 11:31 AM , BillieBee (billiemick) said...: I'm thin, young, and beautiful....grin.
At August 29, 2011 at 11:33 AM , Bjwalsh101 said...: I work full time (truth)...I sew all my own, husband's and 3 children's clothes,(always pay full price for fabric, who needs those pesky coupons, sales and giveaways) grow all our own food and milk the cow too!
At August 29, 2011 at 11:42 AM , Donna B said...: ooh what a wonderful giveaway - thanks!

I am ALWAYS up at the crack of dawn and sew all day and rarely sleep! ok that was wishful thinking and a big lie - ha!
At August 29, 2011 at 11:53 AM , Mom C said...: I am a model housewife, you could eat off my floors and I never begin quilting until I finish the cleaning. And if you believe any of that I have bridge I'd link to sell you.
At August 29, 2011 at 11:55 AM , memmens said...: Right now I am full of energy and thinking about going for a 10km run.

Great giveaway - thanks for the chance to win.
At August 29, 2011 at 12:04 PM , Dana said...: Hmmmm, telling a lie is hard....I am not 5"10 and I only sew with pink fabric!

Truth- this was kind of hard to do :)
At August 29, 2011 at 12:12 PM , Katarina said...: I am a very well organized person, waking up very early every morning to clean my appartment. I hate fabrics shopping and don't like at all the giveaways.
At August 29, 2011 at 12:15 PM , Aggiequilter said...: I've grown tired of quilting lately, I no longer have the desire to buy new fabric or patterns, and I drive right past any LQS I see !!

I'm a follower (the truth) and good news about Quilters Emporium, a great shop not too far from me. Thanks for the giveaway!
At August 29, 2011 at 12:27 PM , Henria O. said...: I never ever get frustrated with my husband or my children and have the sweetest disposition 24 hours a day! :)
At August 29, 2011 at 12:41 PM , ritainalaska said...: i'm a jazzed up youthful, outgoing, artistic craftswomen going for broke pursuing my hobbies ...

i'm following your blog, and enjoying it immensely.
At August 29, 2011 at 12:59 PM , awyoung said...: I'm a follower here and a new follower over at Sew Sweetness! (TRUTH)

Now for the rest of the story.... I'm a OCD neat freak, my house is spotless and I vaccuum my house everyday! (My husband is laughing out loud right now)

Thanks for the giveaway!
At August 29, 2011 at 1:00 PM , Lee Ann L. said...: I'm on top of things.

Thanks for a chance to win!
At August 29, 2011 at 1:07 PM , Rebecca said...: I am always on time every where I go and never forget anything. It's amazing I can even stand myself right? ;)

What a fabulous giveaway! Thanks for the chance to win. :) searchingoutsimple at comcast dot net
At August 29, 2011 at 1:18 PM , CJ said...: I am a follower. Pretty fabrics and fabric sales do not tempt me in the least.
At August 29, 2011 at 1:18 PM , JustPam said...: I am a Victoria Secret model who loves her job more than anything else in the world, including eating and quilting.
At August 29, 2011 at 1:27 PM , Carolyn in Kentucky said...: I am so efficient that I only have one project from start to finish.
At August 29, 2011 at 1:34 PM , jbsews said...: Well, I'm tall, thin and always complete what I start. ;)
At August 29, 2011 at 1:44 PM , 1lesliehart said...: Just started following your blog! Very awesome! I am a super motivated, energetic, calm, and healthy meal cooking mom! Come on, number generator! Pick me!!
At August 29, 2011 at 1:48 PM , Lee said...: I speak fluent French and love run marathons! thanks!
At August 29, 2011 at 2:13 PM , MRZ said...: My sewing room is so NICE and organized.
At August 29, 2011 at 2:16 PM , KLMunoz said...: I am a size 2 with size 5 feet and I never say anything mean!!
At August 29, 2011 at 2:25 PM , Rachel D @ Just Sew Y'all Know said...: I'm perfectly happy at my current weight.
At August 29, 2011 at 2:27 PM , Marcia W. said...: The Big Lie You will immediately recognize me as a well known and adored famous beautiful blonde actress / designer / producer / rich lady. However, today I must be incognito and cannot reveal my identity.
The Truth: I love Veranda and really, really want to win this jelly roll so have enough fabric to make your quilt pattern. Thanks for that chance.
At August 29, 2011 at 2:35 PM , Cecilia said...: I never worry about neatness or organization. I always stay focused on my work and never stay on the computer reading blogs when I should be working.:-) Thanks for the giveaway.
At August 29, 2011 at 2:39 PM , Sewcando said...: After 8 hours working, 4 hours cleaning house to perfection, 2 hours helping the kids with homework, 2 hours cooking a gourmet meal, 5 hours of volunteer time, I still find 4 hours of sewing time each day.
At August 29, 2011 at 2:47 PM , QuiltinGram said...: I am a highly organized quilter who's stash never gets messy and can always find her tools in their correct spot.
At August 29, 2011 at 2:52 PM , JanetK said...: I used to date George Clooney.
thanks for the giveaway!
At August 29, 2011 at 3:01 PM , Sharlyn said...: Hello,
I am a moderate fabric collector who can walk into any fabric store and be completely under control. I never fall in love and "have to have" a certain fabric. I also have an immaculate house and my sewing room is organized and dust free. Thanks for the chance to win!
sharlyn_a5@hotmail.com
At August 29, 2011 at 3:05 PM , rvquilter said...: This Skinny quilter is very organized!
At August 29, 2011 at 3:09 PM , lilsnailquilts said...: I absolutely hate to shop for fabric. The feel of the fabric creeps me out and all the different colors causes me extreme nausea. I hope I never have to quilt another thing for as long as I live.
Don't care if I win or not.
At August 29, 2011 at 3:32 PM , Carol C said...: I'm tall and athletic. I only eat healthy foods and I'm at my husbands beck and call at all times.

I think I threw up a little bit in my mouth with that last one. LOL

I'm a follower.
At August 29, 2011 at 3:36 PM , KellyS said...: What fun!

I have enough fabric and I really don't want to win this giveaway. ;)
At August 29, 2011 at 3:56 PM , Paskiaq said...: I am NOT fabric hoarder! ;)
At August 29, 2011 at 4:07 PM , http://thankfullga447 said...: I have 2 projects going, I am a groupie.
At August 29, 2011 at 4:08 PM , mageez said...: I never wreck my vacuum by sucking up snarls of loose threads and pins. That's why we buy vacuum belts by bulk.
Great giveaway. thanks for the chance to win.
maggie
At August 29, 2011 at 4:14 PM , SewLindaAnn said...: My married life is amazing every day and I've never thought of being single again!
At August 29, 2011 at 4:24 PM , Debbie said...: Today was an absolute dream day...and I was calm and nice to everyone. Such a big NOT! I do love your style and fabrics....truth!
At August 29, 2011 at 5:39 PM , Amorette said...: i am a relaxed, unworried mom with too much time on her hands and not enough project ideas. and i always follow recipes (and patterns) to a T.
At August 29, 2011 at 5:40 PM , B said...: I always finish a project before I start another, am very organized and never impulse buy fabric.
At August 29, 2011 at 5:40 PM , Peggy said...: I never say anything bad about anyone. Thanks for the wonderful giveaway.
Thanks,
Peggy
http://keepmeinstitches-peggy.blogspot.com
peggy_verdongibbs@att.net
At August 29, 2011 at 6:06 PM , carolann said...: I afollow your blog.

I love math and and always finish my projects ahead of schedule!!

carolann427@aol.com

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Name: Amanda Murphy

Location: Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

I am a surface and quilt designer based in Charlotte, North Carolina. This is the place that I record my ideas as I develop my artwork and share them with you! Welcome!

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