This contest is OVER; Sallie W from Texas is my winner. Congratulations, Sallie!
Yum, yum. I love cream and sugar - in my tea. Only cream in my coffee. But the new collection by Windham Fabrics:
Cream and Sugar is so delightful that I could eat it up (no calories, btw). This collection by designed by
Ampersand Design Studios - Morgan and Carrie, two very talented young women (not to be confused with one graying old woman here).
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I cut some squares for a simple piecing project |
I cut some squares to go with my Arrowheads template set (similar to the Tri-Recs tool).
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Squares, half-rectangle triangles and some covered buttons and felt "bling" |
What do they make?
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These are my Tilt Blocks. First appeared in my first book (2004) |
I even did a pattern for Windham from years past and the pattern is STILL available. Here is the quilt called
"Tumbling Dice" using the Play Collection. Click that link for the free pattern.
OK. What else did I make? Using another pattern from my new book (and yes they are NOW available!!), this is my version of
Red Mango Tango, only this isn't red!
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Mango Tango in Cream and Sugar. |
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What if you turned one section 90 degrees? And then did it 4 times? |
And what does the block look like from the back side? (OK, I mean wrong side!)
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I think people want to see what paper piecing looks like on the wrong side |
Four of these blocks create the illusion of a 5th block in the center. Tricky, huh?
I did the same thing in my book:
Supersize 'Em Quilts with Snow Crystals.
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Snow Crystals (a traditional block); 4 blocks appear as 5 |
Next week I will begin a contest to win a copy of this book. But for
now, I am offering free shipping (USA only, sorry) for this through
March. And, you can add my second book,
Supersize 'Em Quilts for $20 - free shipping! Click here for info:
Ordering Paper Piecing Perfect Points.
Back to Cream and Sugar. Would you like to
WIN a fat quarter bundle of
Windham's Collection shown at the top of this post? Well, you can. Windham wants you to "like" Cream and Sugar on their
Facebook page. Easy thing to do. Then come back and tell me how you would use this collection of fabrics. Anything goes!
1. Leave a comment (make sure I can see your email)
2. Tell me how you envision using this collection
3. If you have a Facebook account (I know some of you don't - you can still enter my contest) go like them and let me know you were there.
4. Contest over Saturday, March 2 at midnight.
You will be seeing this collection again. Windham and I have some fun things in the works. Like I said, fun fabric is yummy and should be pulled out when you're hungry for being creative!
Very sweet indeed - oh a lot of fussy cutting for some cute Attic Window blocks.
ReplyDeleteThose are wonderful fabrics and it looks great in the points. I would love seeing it used as appliance covers.
ReplyDeleteThis collection screams spring table runner for coffee lovers. I can see me sitting at the table on Easter morning sipping java and fingering the table runner.
ReplyDeleteOooh! I like Windham Fabrics on Facebook, too.
ReplyDeleteVery sweet fabric. I can see a table runner.
ReplyDeleteI "liked' them on facebook. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteI liked them and the post about Cream and Sugar! I think I would make placemats for my table, table runner, maybe some seat cushions...
ReplyDeleteHow about a small quilt to hang in the kitchen~great colors!
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I liked Windham on Facebook
ReplyDeleteGreat fabric. I envision a child's quilt.
ReplyDeleteI liked Windham Fabrics on Facebook.
ReplyDeleteI can see myself making tablerunners and mug rugs out of those great fabrics. My sisters would be the real winners! Thanks for the chance.
ReplyDeleteI like Windham Fabrics
ReplyDeleteOh the collection is so delicious and I cannot wait to get a tast of them. They would make great mug rugs or table runners for tea time with the girls. I have liked them on the Windham Fabrics facebook.
ReplyDeleteI love your patterns--your designs are wonderful!
ReplyDeleteO wow. I just got your new book Paper piecing perfect points and would love to use the fabric to play around with in some of those beautiful blocks. Thanks for the chance to win
ReplyDeleteI already am a facebook fan of Windham
ReplyDeleteLiked Windham fabrics, and your message at it to, I like the sugar and cream fabrics, because of the colors, kind of vintage style, asking for a rather modern quilt, with color blocking
ReplyDeleteI would make new placemats or a table runner. Thanks for the chance!
ReplyDeleteI like Windham's Collection on FB.
ReplyDeleteI have visited FB. I think I would like to make something bright and cheerful for my kitchen
ReplyDeleteI am not sure what I would make but probably a table cover for my daughter who loves coffee.. Thanks for the chance to win. and I love Windham on FB.
ReplyDeleteI recently saw a pattern that has some large blocks that would be perfect to feature some of the cute, large prints in this collection. It would be a lap quilt that I would probably give as a gift. I don't do FB and I appreciate that you still let me enter the drawing. Thanks for the chance!
ReplyDeleteThis is a great collection! I'd use them as a table topper and matching mug rugs, hot pads, placemats....anything for the kitchen. thanks so much!
ReplyDeleteDefinitely would have to make placemats and hot pads with this fun fabric collection.
ReplyDeleteI think I would use the Swirly Girls Designs pattern Perfect Ten with these fabrics. They are such fun!
ReplyDeleteI already like Windham Fabrics on facebook!
ReplyDeleteThe fabric is really cute!!
ReplyDeleteDebby, thank you so much for the beautiful blog post about our Cream & Sugar line!! We absolutely love your ideas!!! Cheers :) Morgan & Carrie (Ampersand Design Studio)
ReplyDeleteI 'liked' these fabrics on the Windham page and think I'd try some paper piecing with them.
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ReplyDeleteHi Debby. This fabric would be so cute made into a table runner or some placemats and potholders or mug rugs-anything for the kitchen.Thank you for the giveaway. (I love the Snow Crystals quilt)
ReplyDeleteI already like Windham Fabrics on FB.
ReplyDeleteI would like to see this collection in a tote bag.
ReplyDeleteI already like Windham Fabrics on Facebook .... and love your designs too! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteI was recently in an only swap where we all made cup quilt blocks, this would be awesome to piece together for the backing.
ReplyDeleteI follow you on Facebook!
ReplyDeleteI would love to make a fun lap quilt for the porch with this wonderful bundle! Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteI like their Facebook page, too. Thanks for the extra chance.
ReplyDeletevery nice, cheerful collection!
ReplyDeletei'd make a runner, place mats and napkins for my table!
ReplyDeletei follow windham farbrics on facebook and have left a comment on their post on this 'cream and sugar' giveaway.
ReplyDeleteUna colección muy divertida. Ideal para salvamanteles o posavasos.
ReplyDeleteI would make some kind of quilt. I just love the colors.
ReplyDeleteI do follow Windham on Facebook.
ReplyDeletei would love to make placemats with this darling fabric! And thank you for opening your contest to those of us who are not on Facebook. It is much appreciated.
ReplyDeleteI love this fabric! I probably would follow suit and make tumbling dice for a wall hanging in my kitchen. Just ordered your paper piecing perfect points. Making a large wall hanging for my stairwell.
ReplyDeleteI liked this line on Windham's Facebook page which I follow. If I were fortunate enough to win, I think the fat quarters would make a beautiful spring quilt.
ReplyDeleteLove that Cream and Sugar fabric. I would love to make that tilt pattern of place mats. Maybe two tilts per mat depending on the fabric. How charming that would be. Thank you for the chance to win.
ReplyDeleteI have "Liked" them on Facebook and I've made a comment that I do. What cute fabric for a placemat for my morning coffee. Love it!!
ReplyDeleteI have also liked Windham on Facebook. I could use this fabric for some new placemats and mugrugs.
ReplyDeleteI have allready liked Wyndham fabrics on facebook but I did like the picture about this fabric while I was there. conn_and_vans_mom(at)yahoo(dot)com
ReplyDeleteGorgeous new fabric line. Love those color combinations together. conn_and_vans_mom(at)yahoo(dot)com
ReplyDeleteI can see a table runner or table topper and some placemats.
ReplyDeleteI alreay follow Windham Fabrics on Facebook.
ReplyDeleteKitchen and breakfast nook wear! Aprons! cafe curtains!
ReplyDeleteI already liked Windham so I went and liked the post about the fabric!
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ReplyDeleteI "Liked" them on FB and commented!
ReplyDeleteI'd make a tablerunner and placemats and/or mugrugs for my son and d-i-l!
I'm thinking this woule make some awesome kitchen accesories for me. I have a fairly new to me home and I still haven't soen anything with the kitchen. But these colors would look great in there. conn_and_vans_mom(at)yahoo(dot)com
ReplyDeleteThis would be sew cute to decorate a kitchen with these fabrics. Thanks for the giveaway and thanks for the chance to win even though I do not have a Facebook account.
ReplyDeleteI have "liked" Windham on FB. I have a pattern for a quilt and been looking for a fabric collection. This would look great.
ReplyDeleteI liked the post about you & the fabrics. I would use the fabric to update my kitchen small appliance covers which are showing wear after having been around for a very long time!
ReplyDeleteThe fabrics would make a great table topper and mug rugs.
ReplyDeleteI have already "Liked" Windham onFB
ReplyDeleteThose are wonderful fabrics and it looks great in the points. I would love seeing it used as appliance covers. I agree with Needlemom, I love PP and would love to try your book, I am decorating my kitchen, its colors are green and off white, so it need COLOR, these dramatic Points would make great wall hangings, appliance covers, table runner..
ReplyDeleteGorgeous fun fabrics , I would love to use these to make placemats and table runners . Thanks for the chance to win :-)
ReplyDeleteI won't do Facebook things because of privacy issues, but I really do like the fabrics, and it's okay not to be entered. =) I LOVE your block from Mango Tango in these fabrics. The bottom side looks so neat. My mother always said a garment should look as good on the inside as the outside, and I believe the same about blocks. This one is pretty enough to be the top side. =)
ReplyDeleteCream and Sugar would make a cute table runner for a breakfast nook!
ReplyDeleteI "Like" Windham Fabrics on FB!
ReplyDeleteI think I like a nice bag with matching scarf out o these fabrics.
ReplyDeleteI have a duffle bag pattern I've been wanting to make up
ReplyDeleteLiked Windham's post about your blog and their page
I left a comment on Windham's page and I already like them.
ReplyDeleteI think I would use the material in a Dresden Plate quilt I want to make. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteLove the fabrics. i have always liked Windham lines. They think like me..... Thanks for sharing and for the opportunity on the draw.
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Cream and Sugar is fun and very colorful! I can think of several projects I would love to make with it.....table runner, apron, grocery store bag holder, mug rugs, pot holders, tote bags, fabric baskets, and more. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteI love those fabrics. I would certainly use it in my kitchen...either for an
ReplyDeleteapron, trim on tea towels, table topper or a wonderful picnic quilt. Thank
you so much for the fabulous giveaway!!
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I liked Windham Fabric on FB. I also liked their post on the Cream & Sugar fabric line.
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I'm seeing the little grand in a play outfit. Think it would cause quite a stir!
ReplyDeleteIt would be wonderful for some placemats in my kitchen.
ReplyDeleteTasty indeed! I have been admiring this fabric since I first caught a glimpse of it :D Really neat how your pattern is re-invented!
ReplyDeleteYes, I am a fan of Windham Fabrics on Facebook!
ReplyDeleteI do do do like Windham fabrics on FB!
ReplyDeleteI would love this fabric to do some kitchen inspired paper piecing...I have an older book called Cups and Saucers with adorable patterns!
ReplyDeleteI think I would make a wonky log cabin kid quilt...so bright and fun!
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful bundle, thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteI would use them to make an apron for my friend. She requested one as her next birthday present and this fabric would be perfect!
ReplyDeleteI'm also a Fan of Windham Fabrics on Facebook :)
ReplyDeleteI love the fabric. Would have to make some bags or maybe placemats and a runner.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chance to win.
ReplyDeleteI am a Windham fan on Facebook.
ReplyDeleteOh I know what I would love to do with them. I have been searching for the perfect fabric to decorate my kitchen counter this would be perfect. I have an electric teapot, coffee maker and lazy susan would love to use these as mats, almost like mug rugs but bigger quilt them up and spray with scotch-guard. They would be perfect for spring. Please enter me in your wonderful give a way...thank you and have a great day.
ReplyDeleteI liked Windham on FB and hopefully will send more viewers to you. I know my post is a little late but FB would not work with me last night....
ReplyDeleteThanks for the contest. I would definitely use them to make a cover for my Kitchenaid Stand Mixer. This is just the fabric I have been looking for.
ReplyDeleteI have now liked Windham on Facebook.
ReplyDeleteI would make several reversible aprons. The fabrics are so cheery. Thanks for the contest. I have like Windham.
ReplyDeleteHow funny, I got so busy with the Windham page that I think I forgot to come back and comment. I think I'd make a tea cozy first and then, who knows? pbstrand@msn.com
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