14.5 Year Blogging Anniversary Giveaway!

I get a lot of joy from blogging and having an online community with my facebook group and those who read and comment on my blog. 

It has been a long time since I've had a giveaway, so I'm calling this the 14 1/2 year blogaversary giveaway!

There is one pre-requisite: you must leave a comment on the blog.

I know many of you struggle with that but it shouldn't be difficult. 

You can follow my step by step  directions HERE   (please try it)

It is important I have your email address so I can notify you if you are a winner.

I know there are many traveling so I'm going to leave this open until Sunday, August 27th. I'll draw a name then and announce a winner on Monday. 

Good Luck and thanks for being a friend of mine!

 

Mugrugs to Bootcamp! Fun on Friday! Giveaway!

Is there anybody here that would be interested in taking an online beginner's class via Zoom? Beginner Quilters Bootcamp! I'm gauging interest.

So many quilt stores have closed their brick and mortar stores and not only do we lose the ability to purchase goods, but also classes! The internet is chock full of information, but sometimes too much information is overwhelming.

We could start with the basics and build.

$10 for 2 hours of teaching.

What tools do I need?

What size ruler and mat do I need?

Do I need to pay $13 yard for fabric?

Do I need an expensive sewing machine?

What kind of thread should I use? Does it matter?

Can I make quilts on a budget? (hint- ABSOLULTELY!)

Drop a comment if you'd be interested or pass along this info to a friend.

Email me at humblequilts@gmail.com

Mugrugs! Who has made them? Who uses them? When mug rugs were the craze I never thought I'd use them as much as I have!

This little selvage mugrug is from my friend Diane when I was involved in a book review for her first quilt book in 2017.  It just came out of the wash and has seen many mugs!! 

Here is a before and after, gifted to me in 2011 by my friend Pam from Chico. I think it was the first time I net her in person. It's seen a few mugs too! LOL

After getting this block completed from May Day I realized I shouldn't have used the shirting for the background! Not for a mug rug anyway. 

If you'd like a chance to have this little block reside at your house please leave a comment below!

Have an amazing weekend friends!

 

Merry Merry Christmas! + Giveaway!

Haha, It isn't a Christmas quilt, but a fun little one I made recently. 

Here was my inspiration. It is scrappy and fun!

Look at these cute packs of fabric I purchased from Two Thimbles! I'm going to give one away on my blog and one on my facebook group. If you belong to both, commenting on both is fine. 

This is my way of thanking you for your support over the many years! 

(This blog is almost 12 years old!)

I appreciate you all so much!

I'll announce the winner on Friday!

Here is more of the Lancaster fabric by Jo. 

Here's my new Instagram dedicated to all things Humble quilts! Join me if you'd like!

Leave a comment for a chance to win one of the packets of fabric and I'll draw a name on Friday!

 

Independence Day Giveaway!

I realize many of you may have an extra day off, so I'm still calling this Independence Day. 

I found an extra one of these panels

And 2 small George Washington panels.

I'll draw 3 names and announce the winner Friday. 

Continue reading to see more "rules"

4th of July traditions include a memorial race in town.  This photo is the cleaned up version! LOL

And let's remember why we celebrate.

America and its founders made mistakes and had issues, (haven't we all?) but they were independent, strong, hardy individuals that laid the foundation of the United States of America.

I am happy to live here. 

To be eligible please tell me why you are happy or proud to be an American.

Love ya!

 

Friday Winner!

Thank you to all who entered to win this amazing little quilt!

The first number that came up was 29, belonging to Lizzy! Well, she donated the quilt, so I don't think she wants it back. I thought it was funny. Thanks again Lizzy for the sweet giveaway!!

The next number was....

Laura Lane from MA!! I'll be popping it in the mail today!!

What a week, I cannot wait for it to be over. I'd really like some 

Peace on Earth

about now. 

I think I can find a little of that in the mountains. 

Love ya!

Little Quilt Giveaway!

But first....

I haven't sewn a stitch this week! It was only a 4 day week, but to add to that my hubby had cataract surgery, so I was the designated driver.  All went well- so far. He only had his surgery yesterday.

I made my first trip to Costco, which is less than a mile from the surgery center. They've got it working like a well oiled machine, don't they? They were one of the first businesses in Central Oregon to require masks and because of the amount of people, it really is impossible to stay 6 feet away from people while shopping. Because everyone is wearing a mask it is a level field. Nobody judging for wearing a mask, or not wearing a mask. We need to offer grace to each other. We have no clue what another person is going through. 

Now for a couple of funnies:

I was prepared with an organized list. Haha, can you tell it has been awhile since I've been out of town!!??

I completely stocked up on my regular items. I don't want to go back anytime soon! I've always been pretty good at cooking meals at home, but I think we've only gotten take out 3x.

After hubby's surgery he wanted lunch and a beer. It was our first time eating out together since restaurants have opened up on a limited schedule and spacing.

So that's my exciting world this week. 

Ready for an amazing giveaway?!

I admit I was disappointed when Lizzy, Gone to the Beach, said she would not be able to participate in the Humble Quilt swap this year.  I told her I wanted me to be her partner. (I don't  generally beat around the bush much!) She told me she had 2 quilts she would send me. I could keep both or do a giveaway on my blog. 

I thought this virus was going to be 2 weeks in, then done. I told her, yeah, maybe when we are through this quarantine I'll have a giveaway! 

Well, we are still under quarantine, but life is slowly adjusting out of complete lockdown. 

ITS TIME FOR A GIVEaWAY!

 I looked for my email about this quilt and couldn't find it. Lizzy, correct me if I'm wrong. Antique blocks and fabric, put together by Lizzy, machine quilted by her quilter with terrific fans, This quilt has not been washed as the red likely will not be stable. It is charming as ever!

Here's the gorgeous backing!! 

Thank you Lizzy for your generosity.

Please go give her some bloggy love HERE

Please leave a comment and if you aren't sure if you are a no reply blogger or not, please leave your email address so I can contact you.  I'll draw next Friday.

Sewing is on my weekend agenda!!

Fun on Friday! Giveaway!

It's been awhile since I've had a giveaway and I am ready to pass these two magazines (which seem like books!) along. I'll draw one name from the blog and one name from the facebook group. Feel free to comment both places for a better chance to win. 

This is the Michigan issue, including Gwen Marston, before she passed away. I've never spent any time in Michigan but after reading this issue I'd like to go!

This is an older Australian magazine chock full of lovely projects. 

And look what came in the mail yesterday!

Jan Horn sent me these adorable "pillowcase" dresses made out of men's shirts!!

They are SO sweet and I love them!!

Here's a little close up.

These are for my mission trip this fall to Dominican Republic. 

Thank you!!

More amazing neon from a lovely quilt friend!! More stars! More Stars! 

Spring is in the air! At least for a day or two. 

This is Mt Adams in Washington state!

 This is where Elsa and I had lunch. 

Don't forget to comment for a chance to win!

I hope you have an amazing weekend!!

Holiday Favorites Blog Hop!

I hope you will join in the Holiday Favorite blog hop! A few of my favorite bloggers are joining!! The list and links are at the bottom of this post.

There are many things to like about the holidays! I love traditions, Christmas tv shows, family get togethers, the smell of pine. 

When it comes to decorating I use several quilts and will show you a few from our main level of our house.

 I seem to have lots of layers this year. The Let it Snow quilt is designed by County Threads and is called Wear Warm Clothes. (I opted to put Let it Snow) The quilts on the couch are not Christmas quilts but are made with lots of brushed cottons so are easy to snuggle with on cold winter evenings. I want my visitors to feel like they can wrap up in a quilt anytime! And in my house, you never know where you'll find the Danish Maileg Nisse or mice.

 Throughout the house you;'ll see touches of my Scandinavian heritage. 

 Hanging in the downstairs bathroom.

My friend Karen made the Santa wallhanging for me. I love it!

This year I decided to go decorating "light", but love the textiles and little quilts. 

This is one of my older quilts that I use for holiday decor. 

 It uses one of my favorite blocks- the Sawtooth star. 

Would you like to make one?

My blocks are 5" finished. (click to enlarge block instructions) 

The little quilt will finish about 22" square. 

Sew together 3x3. 

Cut 2 strips 15.5" x 1.5" and add to sides for inner border.

Cut 2 strips 17.5"x 1.5" and attach to the top and bottom for inner border.

Cut 2 strips 17.5"x3"  for outer border- sew to sides.

Cut 2 strips 22.5"x3" and sew to top and bottom. 

GIVEAWAY!

Admire your work! Don't worry about quilting this year. Hang it up and plan on finishing before next year. 

I just picked up this small doily at the Scandinavian Festival on Saturday. I'm sure it is all handmade and vintage! It measures about 6" square including the adorable tiny fringe. Leave a comment and I will announce the winner of the doily on Wednesday. 

Here's the list of bloggers who are part of the Holiday Favorites blog hop!

Dec 9- Humble Quilts, Lori, https://humblequilts.blogspot.com/

Dec 10 KatyQuilts , https://katyquilts.net/

Dec 11 Beth https://lovelaughquilt.blogspot.com/

Dec 12 Diane- https://www.butterflythreadsquilting.com/

Dec 13 -Timeless Reflections. Kyle. https://kyleredente.blogspot.com

Dec 14  Kelly http://pinkadotquilts.blogspot.com/

Dec 15  Juliann - https://chasingstories.wordpress.com/

Dec 16   Knitty Quilter -https://suehoover.blogspot.com

Dec 17 Lizzy  https://gone2thebeach.blogspot.com/

Dec 18 Barb, https://funwithbarbandmary.blogspot.com/

Dec 19 Judy   https://smallquiltsanddollquilts.blogspot.com/

Dec 20- Kevin, http://kevinthequilter.blogspot.com/

Have a fun time! I'm looking forward to "hopping" myself!!

Thanksgiving Pattern Winners- Happy Friday!

The winner of Gracie Lu's Rail Fence is The Joyful Quilter! She was a commenter on my blog.

The winner of Goodnight Darlene from the Facebook comments is Pam Taylor.

Please send me your mailing addresses and I'll get the pattern in the mail. Thanks for playing along and Thank you Kevin for your generosity and talent!

Poor Elsa got into something yesterday and ripped up her feet. We had to make an emergency trip to the vet's office. One of her pads is tore up and on the other foot her dewclaw was torn. Unfortunately it was only me at home and I don't do well with blood and injuries!! We are hoping it will heal on its own. We are giving it until Monday, then we may have to take bigger measures to get it better. Doesn't she look pitiful?? 

If you have an extra $3000 laying around, this beauty from ebay can be yours! It is so unique, folksy, and spectacular all in one!!

Have a fantastic weekend!

Giving Thanks with a Giveaway!

My friend and fellow quilter, Kevin, donated a couple of his patterns for a giveaway!

 Thank you Kevin!

 One of these will be given away on my facebook page and one of them here on my blog. If you are part of both you get 2 chances to win! Leave a comment here and on my Facebook post with the pattern. (I'll post it first thing Friday morning on Facebook)

Our Thanksgiving day didn't quite go as planned because of a good dumping of snow. I did get out for a chilly walk with Elsa. The roads are a sheet of ice so I put on my spikes on over my boots. 

Haven't  seen Mr Stinky in awhile..

I only had a whole chicken to bake and we were laughing that he was "carving" the bird! 

I hope your day was wonderful and your weekend will be terrific as well!

Be sure to leave a comment for your chance to win!