Day 7: Cookie Cutter Projects

So glad to see you today! 

Yesterday's project was for the kids; today's project is to do with the kids. 

We've got an alternative to cookie making, and it's definitely less messy than pulling out the frosting, sprinkles, and colored sugar. It's sugar free, too! 

All you need are some fabric scraps, fusible web, some cookie cutters, and your imagination! 

Click here to download the pdf for this project.

Here are a few suggestions to get you started, all from the 

Wintersong collection by Cheryl Haynes:

This homey plaid would make a cute stocking!

Use this pine needle and cone print for a Christmas tree.

Textured brown, ideal for a reindeer!

Either of these next two prints would be perfect for a gingerbread man.

Use ribbons, buttons, other trim and fabric markers to embellish. 

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Win a fat quarter bundle!

Today's 12 Days of Christmas question:

What are the names of the two FREE Googlies patterns offered on our website?

To enter the giveaway, leave the correct answer in the comment section below this post. 

The winner will receive this fat quarter bundle of Nancy Halvorsen prints!

Details: This giveaway is open through Wednesday, December 19th at 11:59 EST. On Thursday, we'll randomly draw a name from the commenters with the correct answer, and we'll post the winner's name here on the blog.

Good luck!

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Here is the answer to Day 5's question: 

Who is Mr. B?

The answer: "Mr. B" is Selim Benardete, founder and President Emeritus of Benartex. 

The winner: Remnant and Relics, who said:

Congratulations! We've sent you an email to get your mailing address.

(Note: Each day, we make a numbered list of everyone who answered the question correctly. Then we use random.org to select a number from the correct entries, and match that number up to the numbered list of names. Just 

so you know how we're choosing the winner.)

p.s. Have you signed up yet to follow our blog? You can use the Google Friend Connect button or enter your email address so that you receive notification when we've added a new post (both options are on the right sidebar). Be the 

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Day 6: Lunchbag for Kids

Only one week until Christmas! Today we have a free pattern for a child's lunch bag--a perfect stocking stuffer! 

(See yesterday's correct answer and the bundle winner's name at the bottom of this post.)

This cute patchwork drawstring bag can be used as lunch sack or for holding and transporting toys (think Matchbox cars, blocks, or small dolls). And we're sure you're not surprised--we've even got a fabric line suggestion for you to use. 
Have you seen our Googlies prints by Michele D'Amore?

It's not often that you can call monsters sweet, but these goofy, quirky characters certainly are! Here's a section of the border print.

And a sampling of some of the other fabrics in the line. You could even personalize the lunch bag with the child's name or initials by fussy cutting these letter blocks.

The collection comes in a pastel colorway too.

Click here for the pdf pattern to make the lunch bag. 

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Win a fat quarter bundle!

Today's 12 Days of Christmas question:

EVERYONE wanted the Urbanicity dress pattern from Spring Quilt Market. Which pattern company is the dress from?

(Hint: Find the answer on our Facebook page.)

To enter the giveaway, leave the correct answer in the comment section below this post. 

The winner will receive this fat quarter bundle of Nancy Halvorsen prints!

Details: This giveaway is open through Tuesday, December 18th at 11:59 EST. On Wednesday, we'll randomly draw a name from the commenters with the correct answer, and we'll post the winner's name here on the blog.

Good luck!

*****************************************************************Here is the answer to Day 4's question: 

Name the type of bird that is on the Winter Song Panel by Cheryl Haynes.

The answer: A cardinal

The winner: Material Girl, who said:

Congratulations! We've sent you an email to get your mailing addresses.

(Note: Each day, we make a numbered list of everyone who answered the question correctly. Then we use random.org to select a number from the correct entries, and match that number up to the numbered list of names. Just so you know how we're choosing the winner.)

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Day 5: Mini Sachet & Pillow

We're back today with a fast and inexpensive stocking stuffer idea, plus a bonus project.

(See yesterday's correct answer and the bundle winner's name at the bottom of this post.)

Update a classic idea--the sachet--with a modern feel by using contemporary prints. Daisy prints from the Sun-kissed collection by Michele D'Amore makes this trio so cheery! Who wouldn't love to open up a dresser drawer or linen closet to see these?

The filling? Rice splashed with oh-so-soothing lavender essential oil.

Bonus idea: You can also join charm squares into a four-patch and stitch a larger aromatherapy pillow. Pom-pom trim is optional but highly recommended!

Click here for a pdf pattern for these ideas, plus more suggestions for scented fillers.

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Win a fat quarter bundle!

Today's 12 Days of Christmas question:

Who is Mr. B?

(Hint: Find the answer on our website.)

To enter the giveaway, leave the correct answer in the comment section below this post. 

The winner will receive this fat quarter bundle of Nancy Halvorsen prints!

Details: This giveaway is open through Monday, December 17th at 11:59 EST. On Tuesday, we'll randomly draw a name from the commenters with the correct answer, and we'll post the winner's name here on the blog.

Good luck!

p.s. Have you signed up yet to follow our blog? You can use the Google Friend Connect button or enter your email address so that you receive notification when we've added a new post (both options are on the right sidebar). Be the 

first to know about new fabric lines, giveaways, and tutorials we offer!

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Here is the answer to Day 3's question: 

How many prints are there in the Michele D'Amore's Urbanicity collection? 

The answer: 16

The winner: Hanke, who said: 

Congratulations! We've emailed you to get your mailing address. 

Two quick notes about the giveaways: 

First, when you comment, if your "name" comes up as Anonymous, please make sure you leave something that identifies you in your comment. It doesn't have to be your email address, as long as you come back to check if you won. But your name, or a nickname, or something. If an "Anonymous" wins, it's going to be hard to know who it is! Thanks.

Second, This is how we're choosing the winner. Each day, we make a numbered list of everyone who answered the question correctly. Then we use random.org to select a number from the correct entries, and match that number up to the numbered list of names. 

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Day 4: Fabric postcards

We're glad you stopped by! 
(Also, answers to the trivia questions for Days 1 & 2, plus the names of winners, are listed at the bottom of this post.)

Here's another perfect gift idea: personalized notecards. Or use holiday fabric and make them fabric gift tags instead!

This idea came from Mr. B's Preview Pack Club Member Jeanette Sillonis, who uses the 5" squares from being part of the club to create unique postcards. Simple stitch up a mini quilt, adding batting and quilt it as desired, and then fuse with a layer of interfacing (for stiffness) it to a solid piece of muslin (to be the back side where you write). Use a nice thick zig zag stitch around the edges, and your postcard is complete!

Here are some additional postcards Jeanette has made:

For Christmas tags, try fussy-cutting designs from holiday prints: 

Nancy's Holiday Favorites

 Star of Hope

Wintersong

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Win a fat quarter bundle!

Today's 12 Days of Christmas question:

Name the type of bird that is on the Winter Song Panel by Cheryl Haynes.

(Hint: Look on our website.)

To enter the giveaway, leave the correct answer in the comment section below this post. 

The winner will receive this fat quarter bundle of Nancy Halvorsen prints!

Details: This giveaway is open through Sunday, December 15th at 11:59 EST. This giveaway is now closed. On Monday, we'll randomly draw a name from the commenters with the correct answer, and we'll post the winner's name here on the blog.

Good luck!

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Here are the answers to the first two questions, and the first two winners:

Day 1: The answer is 6. 

Winner: teachpany, who said:

Day 2: The answer is My True Love Gave to Me.

Winner: Anonymous, aka Greeneyes, who said:

Congratulations to both of you! We've sent you an email to get your mailing addresses.

(Note: Each day, we make a numbered list of everyone who answered the question correctly. Then we use random.org to select a number from the correct entries, and match that number up to the numbered list of names. Just so you know how we're choosing the winner.)

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Day 3: Simple Batik Tablerunner

Thanks for visiting our blog today! If you're searching for last-minute gift inspiration, we've got another quick and easy project to share, made from charm squares.

Add color and character to a table (yours, or perhaps your mom's, or your best friend's) with a scrappy looking table runner, perfect for showcasing vibrant batiks. 

For a more sophisticated runner, try a targeted palette using our Botanical Garden Batiks. Pair greens, reds and golds for a festive Christmas-y feel, or choose rich jewel tones to add sparkle to a winter table setting.

Click here to download the pattern for this table runner.

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Win a fat quarter bundle!

Today's 12 Days of Christmas question:

How many prints are in Michele D'Amore's Urbanicity collection?

(Head over to our Facebook page for a hint.)

To enter the giveaway, leave the correct answer in the comment section below this post. 

The winner will receive this fat quarter bundle of Nancy Halvorsen favorites!

Details: This giveaway is open through Saturday, December 15th at 11:59 EST. This giveaway is now closed. On Sunday, we'll randomly draw a name from the commenters with the correct answer, and we'll post the winner's name here on the blog.

Good luck!

p.s. Don't forget to sign up to follow our blog! You can use the Google Friend Connect button or enter your email address so that you receive notification when we've added a new post (both options are on the right sidebar). 

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Day 2: Skinny Strip Placemat

Welcome back! 

Here's another easy project, perfect for holiday giving. Using squares from your favorite charm pack makes cutting a breeze and creates a scrappy, modern-looking design. Whip up a couple and give them to a coworker, your mother, or a good friend. (Or maybe keep them for yourself!)

Click here to download the pdf pattern for these Skinny Strip Placemats, designed by Bonnie Booy.  This image uses Benartex's "Casablanca" fabric collection.


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Win a fat quarter bundle!

Today's 12 Days of Christmas question:

Which fabric line is inspired by the 12 Days of Christmas?

(Hint: Look on our website.)

To enter the giveaway, leave the correct answer in the comment section below this post. 

The winner will receive this fat quarter bundle of Nancy Halvorsen favorites!

Details: This giveaway is open through Friday, December 14th at 11:59 EST. This giveaway is now closed. On Saturday, we'll randomly draw a name from the commenters with the correct answer, and we'll post the winner's name here on the blog.

Good luck!

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Day 1: Opulent Ornaments

Combine Paula Nadelstern's kaleidoscope style fabric with:

 sequins

seed beads

and a simple styrofoam ball

to make...

 Intricate, gorgeous ornaments, inspired by the fabric design, and so addicting you'll be making them long after Christmas is over! 

Click here to download the free pattern to make these beautiful ornaments. 

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Win a fat quarter bundle!

Today's 12 Days of Christmas question:

How many snowmen in the Frosty Friends Panel?

(Hint: Look on our website.)

To enter the giveaway, leave the correct answer in the comment section below this post. 

The winner will receive this fat quarter bundle of Nancy Halvorsen favorites!

Details: This giveaway is open through Friday, December 14th at 11:59 EST.  This giveaway is now closed. On Saturday, we'll randomly draw a name from the commenters with the correct answer, and we'll post the winner's name here on the blog.

Good luck!

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