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Coming to a close

August 29, 2011

 

 

 

I love the end of summer. By the end of the summer I’m ready for some routine, schedules, cooler weather and warmer food. I’ve hardly touched the sewing machine in 2 weeks….I guess I needed a break from sewing.
Instead I’ve been sitting around watching my kids play and eating zucchini in truckloads….since we have literally truck loads.

 

I did manage to get Bizzy Kid into a hard copy….it’s so nice to cross that off the list. It only took me 3 months. :)

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Thank you for all your kind words on my Seville quilt. I’ll get the finished quilt pictures edited and posted this week. More on that quilt later….

76 Responses to Coming to a close

  1. Suburban Stitcher August 29, 2011 at 2:16 pm #

    I think that pattern is a great one…and seville is too!

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  2. Marie August 29, 2011 at 2:18 pm #

    Thank you for your quick tutorial on Mme. Samm's wonderful site today.

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  3. Christel Hutson August 29, 2011 at 2:21 pm #

    Hi Allison, I am a new follower, and enjoyed your post over at Stash! It was great for us newbies! Fast, and easy, very easy instructions to follow! My kind of tut..ha ha Love the pic of the baby in the pool! Christel Hutson

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  4. Maxine August 29, 2011 at 2:23 pm #

    That was a great tut on Mme Samm's site today. Looked hard, but you made it very easy…good one to start with…I also follow your blog

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  5. Heartsdesire August 29, 2011 at 2:25 pm #

    Enjoyed your tutorial at Stash Manicure today. I love that pattern, so quick and easy. Even though I'm an experienced quilter, I still like something I can finish in a short time. An especially useful pattern for using up one's stash.

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  6. Coisas da Laura August 29, 2011 at 2:34 pm #

    I love your tutorial at Stash Manicure!Thanks!

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  7. Sonja August 29, 2011 at 2:38 pm #

    Thanks for the tutorial at Stash Manicure!

    And I love the Seville quilt as well!

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  8. evelyn August 29, 2011 at 2:43 pm #

    HI Allison, I just came over from Stash, and joined you. I like your tutorial, in fact, it is just what I have been looking for, I have a collection of reds.( just finished orange quilt top).I had a peak around your blog. Love your little helper!

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  9. Meg August 29, 2011 at 2:46 pm #

    Hi Allison! Thank you for the tutorial over at Stash Manicure. I didn't know that pattern was so easy! Can't wait to try it.

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  10. Char August 29, 2011 at 2:51 pm #

    Great post on Stash Manicure!

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  11. Thearica August 29, 2011 at 2:52 pm #

    Thank you so much for your wonderful post at Madame Samm's this morning! Your patterns are so fresh and cool! My favorite is Seville although they are all awesome!

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  12. KMSC August 29, 2011 at 2:57 pm #

    Thanks for the great quilt tutorial at Sew We Quilt. This is a great baby quilt pattern also. So many possibilities.

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  13. ga447 August 29, 2011 at 3:08 pm #

    Your quilt has been on my list for to do's, always enjoy you and your blog. Thanks

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  14. Linda K August 29, 2011 at 3:22 pm #

    Thanks for the tutorial over at Stash Manicure. I can see that quilt with scrappy Halloween fabrics. I just might have to go check the Halloween stash upstairs! I know there's plenty of it!!

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  15. liz August 29, 2011 at 3:23 pm #

    I love that quilt, it has been on my to do list forever!

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  16. Lu August 29, 2011 at 3:31 pm #

    Thanks Allison for the tutorial posted at Sew We Quilt. You are so talented. I love looking at all your quilts.

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  17. Stacy Cooper August 29, 2011 at 3:35 pm #

    Sew we quilt sent me over here, I'd be thrilled to win the Accuquilt! It gave me the push to become a follower; I've been reading your blog daily for months now and love your quilts. I even ordered one of your patterns to carry in my eBay store, and know I'll be adding more. Thanks for your post!

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  18. Leah August 29, 2011 at 4:02 pm #

    Great quilt and tutorial at Stash Manicure. And your blog is wonderful. Your photos are great. I am a new follower, can't wait to see what you post next.

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  19. Robin (RsIslandCrafts) August 29, 2011 at 4:20 pm #

    The picture of your little one in the pool is adorable!

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  20. Stormee August 29, 2011 at 4:21 pm #

    Your blog is very inspiring. Thank you for sharing your tricks of the trade. It is greatly appreciated.

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  21. Theophanie August 29, 2011 at 4:26 pm #

    Saw you featured o Sew We Quilt :) I am glad 'cause you're awesome!

    Those are some seriously monster-sized zucchini. Do you have a good zucchini soup recipe? If not, let me know and I will pass one along.

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  22. bethanndodd August 29, 2011 at 4:41 pm #

    LOVE how easily your orange quilt came togther. Thanks for sharing! Oh, and cute toes ;) Smiles~Beth

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  23. Solstitches August 29, 2011 at 4:43 pm #

    New follower here via Sew we Quilt.
    Many thanks for a great tutorial and I love the round pillow tutorial you have too.
    Thanks also for the smile. The cutie in the bath with the water gun is precious :)
    Margaret

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  24. MosaicMagpie August 29, 2011 at 4:43 pm #

    Thank you for being a part of the Sew We Quilt features. I love the look of your blog and I look forward to getting to know you! Great tutorial and it makes those squares so easy!
    Deb

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  25. Sue August 29, 2011 at 4:51 pm #

    Thanks so much for participating in the WannaBe program. I really appreciate your clear tutorial. It's simple enough that I think even I can follow it. :-) Have a fabulous day! And thanks again!

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  26. Lauren August 29, 2011 at 4:54 pm #

    I want this to be my next quilt.

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  27. Kathy August 29, 2011 at 5:31 pm #

    Very cool tutorial over at Stash Manicure! Glad you are a participant in the Wannabe giveaways/teaching! thanks!

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  28. Busy As Can Be August 29, 2011 at 6:03 pm #

    Loved your tutioral and your blog. Thanks!

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  29. Lisa August 29, 2011 at 6:14 pm #

    Great tut at SM! Thanks for sharing.

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  30. Sallie August 29, 2011 at 6:22 pm #

    Thanks for the tutorial at Madame Samm's!

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  31. Sharon August 29, 2011 at 6:31 pm #

    Thank you for the tutorial at Stash Manicure! Looks like a fun and quick way to make a cozy quilt.

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  32. Quilt n Queen August 29, 2011 at 6:34 pm #

    With summer coming to and end….I'm looking forward to some cooler weather but not snow!! I'm a new follower and will be visiting often. Enjoyed your tut at Sew We Quilt…..Thanks for sharing your great ideas!!

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  33. Cfrosty August 29, 2011 at 6:44 pm #

    What a great tutorial on Stash Manicure. Looking forward to reading your blog. Love the name of your blog. My kitchen has chickens here and there and the family just shakes their heads at me.

    Thank you for sharing.

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  34. barbara August 29, 2011 at 6:53 pm #

    Thanks for posting today on Stash Manicure. Love the quilt!! I'm thinging that would be a great baby shower gift. Thanks again.

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  35. cpup40 August 29, 2011 at 6:57 pm #

    Thank you for this great tutorial you posted at Sew We Quilt Blog. I follow your blog, also and love it.

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  36. Claire Jain August 29, 2011 at 6:57 pm #

    Howdy! I'm so glad Mme. Samm's blog led me to you! I'm an instant fan of your blog, and I can't wait for the Seville Tile quilt pattern to be available, because you did an outstanding job. Your mad skills are clearly evident in that one. It's beautiful :-)

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  37. ritainalaska August 29, 2011 at 7:09 pm #

    i'm one of your new followers, come to look and sign up …. you do have lots of great tutes – i'll be back to browse!
    i enjoyed your tute for mme samm; i had preconcieved idea of stack and whacks [as in one block wonders] and you've whacked it right out of me. so one can stack and make any kind of cuts and play switchy-switchy! good to know!

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  38. elle August 29, 2011 at 7:20 pm #

    Allison! I am happy to follow. How great: cute quilts and redone dressers!

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  39. Ann August 29, 2011 at 7:34 pm #

    Came over from sew we quilt after reading your guest post. You made it sound so easy and I love the quilt.

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  40. Linda in PA August 29, 2011 at 7:35 pm #

    I enjoyed your post over on Stash Manicure. I think I need to make one of these quilts. Thanks.

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  41. Winona August 29, 2011 at 7:38 pm #

    Thanks for the great tutorial over at Sew We Quilt. I have become a follower of your blog.

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  42. Pamela Nees August 29, 2011 at 7:39 pm #

    Thanks for your stack 'n whack tutorial! So easy-a must make!!

    I have been a follower for quite a while…

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  43. Charlotte August 29, 2011 at 7:41 pm #

    love your tutorial today. I had bookmarked your site some time ago because I liked your style. Sure would be nice to win today!

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  44. Cindi August 29, 2011 at 7:57 pm #

    I love your Seville quilt. Can't wait to see it in a quilt shop. Congrats!

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  45. Shannon August 29, 2011 at 8:00 pm #

    I have been a follower of yours for a while and I am so glad to see you are part of a great give away today. I love your pattern. What a great block. You can use that pattern for so many great quilts. Thank you!!

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  46. Nancy August 29, 2011 at 8:11 pm #

    Thank You Allison for the wonderfully easy looking Tutorial you did for Sew we Quilt!! I think I can handle that one, especially since my Daughter informed me this Morning that I have a Grandbaby coming next April!! And I want to sew a Quilt for the New Addition!! I am following your super Fun Blog and I look forward to reading future post!!

    Huggs, Nancy

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  47. Tamie August 29, 2011 at 8:12 pm #

    Thanks for the post at Stash today. I love your orange quilt.

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  48. Rachel August 29, 2011 at 8:38 pm #

    Love your spot on Madame Samm's today. Your truck load of zucchini reminds me of how my kids love it…shredded with a touch of garlic salt and Parmesan cheese…sauteed lightly.yummy tastes of summer!!

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  49. iluvmybugs August 29, 2011 at 9:13 pm #

    Enjoyed your tutorial over at Madame Samm's..the squares should be fun to try. BTW, your Seville quilt is sooooooo pretty!!! TFS

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  50. Coffeebean's Dailies August 29, 2011 at 9:55 pm #

    Hi Allison, I have been a follower for some time now and want to thank you for the work you do and I love the stack and whack project and especially that it is in orange! Love this! This might be just the pattern to teach my 15 year old how to quilt! I need to hunt down your Seville quilt to have a look now!

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  51. Coffeebean's Dailies August 29, 2011 at 9:58 pm #

    So sorry, I have you on my sidebar on my blog and have been following you but am now following you on your blog!

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  52. Stitchin' time August 29, 2011 at 11:05 pm #

    Great easy stack and whack tutorial at Stach Manicure. This is still on my bucket list :P. Love the summer pics with the hammock and the baby in the pool and all those zuchinni!
    The Seville quilt looks pretty spectacular.
    Cheers,
    Robyn

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  53. Nena August 29, 2011 at 11:14 pm #

    Allison, thanks for another great tutorial. I've been a follower of your blog for the last year and I love your awesome quilt and project tutorials although I've never made a comment before today. I especially love your tutorial on the Hourglass Quilt. Keep up the good work!!!

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  54. kbzelazny August 30, 2011 at 12:00 am #

    Love your quilt on Sew We Quilt! It is definitely on my to do list! So pretty and easy too!

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  55. DCL Plattner August 30, 2011 at 12:33 am #

    I am now a follower via sewwequilt.com. I love all the beautiful color combinations you put together. I am looking forward to getting color inspiration for my 1st quilt. Also your tut on Madame Samm's blog was most helpful, especially for us 'k.i.s.s.'(keep it simple stupid) people. :-) I look forward to following your blog.

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  56. Jo's Corner August 30, 2011 at 12:43 am #

    Hi Allison! I'm here from the Wantobe Quilter giveaway. Love your blog! Everything about it makes me Smile! I love finding a happy place to follow. Thanks for the tutorial. Oh, and you can send some zucchini my way! ~ Jo

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  57. Sue August 30, 2011 at 12:58 am #

    Thanks for your Stack n’ Whack tutorial today over at Sew We Quilt. I hadn't thought of this as a S'n'W method before but think it's a great one to use for a new grandchild quilt for myself or a friend whose d-i-l is expecting. BTW, I'd love to win the draw!

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  58. Nancy B August 30, 2011 at 1:02 am #

    I'm a new follower and want to say thank you for the tutorial at Stash Manicure today. I appreciate all the time you spend making quilting easier for some of us.

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  59. Luv2Sign99 August 30, 2011 at 1:19 am #

    Thanks for the tutorial at Sew We Quilt. I am a new follower and look forward to future posts!

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  60. Quilts And Pieces August 30, 2011 at 1:21 am #

    I loved your tutorial for your stack n wack blocks. I love that idea. I would have never thought of it. (and I'm a follower)!

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  61. Bolts and Bobbins August 30, 2011 at 1:43 am #

    I've just been over at Sew We Quilt and had to come and tell you I love the orange stack & whack. Like you say, a great beginner quilt or a "use some of my stash" quilt. I also like the one you posted Aug 24th. I'd love to win the Accuquilt – 3 dies I'd love to have are the Quarter Square 4" finished Triangle, the Rag & Circle and Chisels. I'll be following your blog so keep up the good work.
    Thanks for the opportunity.
    P.S. Cute little one there!

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  62. Kathy's Kreative Spot August 30, 2011 at 2:01 am #

    love your tutorial at Sew we Quilt, I am a follwer.
    Kathy
    Katsews at gmail dot com

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  63. Connie August 30, 2011 at 2:13 am #

    I always enjoy your site! Great tutorial at Sew We Quilt.

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  64. Beth August 30, 2011 at 2:15 am #

    Hi Allison. I'm a follower and a fan–your blog name may be my favorite, ever. I loved your tile quilt; I have often thought of making a tile quilt myself, and your beautiful quilt reignited that desire. Thanks for sharing.

    wordygirl at earthlink dot net

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  65. Vicki August 30, 2011 at 2:36 am #

    thanks for the great post Sew we Quilt. I am a follower of your blog and would love to be the winner!!!

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  66. Anna F August 30, 2011 at 2:51 am #

    Summer is winding down here as well. So sorry to see it go. It was way too short, as usual. Soon it will be time to visit the apple orchards and get some fresh apples. mmm mmm good. I guess fall is not so bad :)

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  67. Barb in Atlanta August 30, 2011 at 2:58 am #

    Hi Allison, Thanks for the post at Madame Samms's — you now have a new follower. I can't wait to see what you're up to next and will be looking forward to your updates. Awesome quilt you made! I didn't know those blocks were that darn easy to make! I need to try to make some of those!!!

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  68. Deborah in Atlanta August 30, 2011 at 3:13 am #

    Hi Alllison, that's my friend "Barb in Atlanta" that left the last comment. We're both sitting here at my laptop all excited about the Simple Stack n' Whack Blocks quilt you shared with us on Madame Samm's blog. Awesome! Simply awesome! You have shown us something that looks so hard and complicated, and you've shown us it's not really that difficult. Yippee-Yahoo!! I can't wait to try to maek my own. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

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  69. Donna Joy August 30, 2011 at 3:38 am #

    I am now following you, I saw you over at Madame Samm's. You make that quilt look so easy and quick to make. Thanks for showing us how to make a Stack n' Whack.
    It would be so much fun to win an accuquilt.

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  70. Annie of Blue Gables August 30, 2011 at 3:47 am #

    Thank you for the tutorial at Madam Samm's. You have a nice blog.
    ~a

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  71. Grammasheri August 30, 2011 at 7:57 am #

    Lovely tutorial at Sew We Quilt! Thank you for posting it. I will have to try it!

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  72. Sewcando August 30, 2011 at 11:17 am #

    Love the picture of toes. :) Thanks for the tute at Sew We Quilt.

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  73. Mary Beth Ticknor August 30, 2011 at 11:19 am #

    I loved the tut at Madam Samm's. Congrats on the pattern!! Been a follower for awhile and enjoy your blog
    Mary Beth
    marybeth.ticknor@yahoo.com

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  74. Patricia August 30, 2011 at 5:49 pm #

    Thanks for the great tutorial at Sew we quilt. I love your quilts too, fresh colors.

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  75. Lei Lei August 31, 2011 at 1:49 am #

    Wow, that's a lot of zucchini or marrows as I would call them! I am glad you have had a good summer. Soapy

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  76. Jenn September 24, 2011 at 3:45 pm #

    growing up in montana i remember my mother always grew zucchini the size of yours – HUGE! we ate lots of zucchini bread and chocolate zucchini cake, among other things. here in south carolina you just don't see much zucchini and when you do, it's tiny – perfect for frying up, sprinkling with garlic herb seasoning and parmesan…although I do miss the BIG stuff! :)
    Jenn
    http://www.lifeinbonetown.blogspot.com

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