Welcome to day 1 of the Fast & Furious Family giveaway.
Throughout the week I am going to show you all of the projects in the book and hopefully give you a little bit of behind the scenes look on how the book came together.
Each day I will draw a winner from the comments and he/she will win a copy of the book. I will announce today's winner in tomorrow's blog post. On Friday I will also be drawing two extra names from all of the comments of the week to win the grand prizes so make sure you come back each day of the week;)
For those who don't know, this is the third Fast & Furious book that I have written. The reason for the name is the method used in all of the projects; "Quilt As You Go" which makes everything pretty quick in construction! The idea of doing a Fast & Furious book that would benefit the whole family came from the first project I am showing you today, the Fabric Boxes.
I am sure you have seen these cube shelves that are available everywhere, Target, Ikea....everywhere! My kids have them in their rooms and some fabric cubes to store their things in. When I redecorated my daughters room, I thought it would be fun to make new cubes for her shelf that would match the other fabrics in her room and so I started making these fabric cubes.
After a few prototypes, I found the best combination of methods and products and these are the results.
The fabric boxes come in 3 sizes and they all have one side that is pieced (Quilt As You Go). The cube is 10".
The medium box is 8" tall, 15" wide and 10" deep. It is a perfect size for keeping magazines, knitting projects or other handwork in close range by your favorite chair.
It will also fit an 11" deep bookshelf very well, which happens to be the depth of my sewing room shelves, as storage for fabric or other neccessities. You could make one in any color for each color group of fabrics!
The small box is 5" tall, 10" wide and 5" deep. I love this box! I keep it next to my sewing machine to store all of the little things that you need close by when sewing, like bobbins, sewing machine feet, extra needles, etc....but they are out of sight so things don't look as cluttered and messy around your machine.
It will also fit a stack of fat quarters very nicely!
If you don't want a pieced look, all of the boxes can be made with a solid fabric to match any decor. The small box is a perfect size to keep a pretty collection of soaps & lotions in your guest bathroom. (You know....the one that always stays prettty....because it's never used by your children;)
Blooming Bounty Topper
This fun topper is 38" square. It can be used as a table topper or even a bed topper.
I could'nt decide if I liked it better on the dresser or on the bed so I used both photos! This topper is so versatile and actually comes together really fast.
I love the idea of adding a little homemade touch to an elegant bedroom by placing the topper on a footbench.
After making two of the big toppers, I couldn't get the idea of making a smaller version out of my head. So I created the:
Petite Blooming Bounty Topper
Talk about love at first sight!! This little cutie is only 19" and is now going to be my go to gift for all of my family & friends!! (Don't tell them;) It is so quickly put together and from fat quarters only!! God knows I have enough of those around....I could make hundreds!
The rounded corners might look a little scary to some beginner sewers....but fear not! It is just as cute when you leave the corners square!
This bright colored one will top my outdoor table next summer. I just love the fantastic, crisp colors!!
Just because I know I will get this question...here are the fabric lines I used for these projects: The fabric cubes and small box along with the Blooming Bounty Topper on the dresser are made from my fabric line Super. The medium box is from my collection of black and white fabrics. The Petite blooming bounty with the rounded corners is from Hometown by Sweetwater for Moda. The Blooming Bounty on the footbench is from Late Bloomers by Sandy Gervais for Moda and the bright colored small one has some of Sandy's fabrics as well, from a collection of lines.
To be entered into todays giveaway, all you have to do is answer this question in the comments:
What kind of projects have you made most of since you started quilting?
Your answers could look something like this:
-Lap Quilts and Bed Quilts
-Table Runners & Toppers
-Bags & Totes
-Baby Quilts
-Clothing and wearables
-I plead the 5th....this answer could incriminate me!!!
Thanks for stopping by, I would love to hear what you think of the projects.
Definitely table runners and toppers, I can't resist...and I'm definitely making the Petite Blooming Bounty Topper, it's so cute!
Posted by: Pálína Björg | October 19, 2011 at 06:44 AM
Making table runners is what I'm into right now>Fall and Christmas! Made us a new tree skirt last year>that's fun too!
Thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Linda | October 18, 2011 at 01:45 PM
Good morning.
I just love the Fantastic placemat. Will be using a lot of leftovers. I will make assorted ones as well.
Keep up the good work. We have to keep busy during those long winter days.
Have a great day.
Posted by: Colette | October 18, 2011 at 08:07 AM
Most of my projects are choosing a pattern and fabric. Then put it in a bag or tote to be completed some day.
Posted by: Sharon W | October 18, 2011 at 05:11 AM
var á Löngumýri um síðustu helgi að sauma eitt box....þau eru bara snilldin ein...boxið sem ég saumaði fór a baðhilluna undir hárteygjur dætra minna....á svona Ikea hillu eins og þú sýnir á einni myndinni og ég á eftir að sauma box í hana - væri ekki verra að eiga bókina þína til að fá stærðina á þeim boxum :O)
Posted by: Elinborg Dagmar Lárusdóttir | October 18, 2011 at 04:49 AM
Mjög flott bók er búin að gera kassa og ætla að gera fleiri.
Posted by: Anna Dóra Snæbjörnsdóttir | October 18, 2011 at 03:13 AM
well, maybe bags and totes would win the race in my case. but I am not sure :-)
anyway, I have just finished a fabric cube myself with no instructions to follow, and had some difficulty while making it, so I would be really happy to know the quick and easy way of sewing them :-)
Posted by: Kristina | October 18, 2011 at 02:09 AM
Such useful projects!! I loved peeking..everything is very versatile! I have the first Fast and furious book and love it..Bonnie Nyquist boniesline at aol dot com
Posted by: Bonnie Nyquist | October 17, 2011 at 11:03 PM
Bed Quilts and Lap Quilts
Looking forward to seeing the projects in the book (the autographed one that I win LOL) this week. The cube boxes are very cute and practical. Thanks for the giveaway.
Posted by: MarciaW | October 17, 2011 at 09:54 PM
Would you believe I just bought several cube boxes from Target 2 weeks ago? However, I think I still have the receipt....yours are so much cuter! I have made mostly lap quilts, but am starting to work on smaller projects due to an increased work schedule. Love the instant gratification!
Posted by: Darlene B | October 17, 2011 at 09:36 PM
Hello,
The boxes look fantastic. I have made lots of things including quilts and table runners. Currently working on a hexie table runner. Thanks for the insite into your book.
Happy days.
Bev.xoxo
Posted by: Bev C | October 17, 2011 at 09:32 PM
I've made many full-sized quilts, lap quilts, and now doing more table toppers and runners, wallhangings - whatever classes and fun things you designers come up with, I enjoy trying!
I've made a small cube for my sewing room, but I would really like your large cube to store my fabrics in my sewing room!
Posted by: Pam | October 17, 2011 at 09:32 PM
Your boxes are very cute and so wonderfully useful. Congratulations on the new book. I usually make wall hangings. I combine them with paintings for a comfy, homey look.
Posted by: Jill | October 17, 2011 at 09:27 PM
I LOVE your projects!! Anxious to see the book!!
Posted by: Jane Eilderts | October 17, 2011 at 09:26 PM
I've done some of everything on the list, but I've probably done more lap size quilts and table topper/wallhanging size than anything. And I also have made quite a few crib quilts. I have a hard time getting around to doing the quilting on the large quilts I've made. Some day . . .
I love the boxes. They are so attractive and would be so useful. I'm anxious to see what you used to stabilize them.
Posted by: Mary | October 17, 2011 at 09:26 PM
Like just about everyone I love the boxes. I have mainly concentrated on lap quilts
Posted by: Connie T | October 17, 2011 at 09:16 PM
I was just thinking...I need a little basket or something by my chair for keeping handwork close by...I'm so making one of those from your book!!
Posted by: Jennifer | October 17, 2011 at 08:46 PM
In the beginning I made mostly lap quilts and baby quilts, but lately I have been getting into sewing clothing!
Posted by: Jorie | October 17, 2011 at 08:18 PM
I have made more bed quilts and lap quilts--all styles...I love the box with the knitting in it---so need this....I would love this book.....
Posted by: Linda | October 17, 2011 at 08:06 PM
I have made more large quilts and baby blankets. Love that black and white cube with the knitting needles in it. Can't wait to see what tomorrow brings. Thanks for the fun.
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Posted by: Elaine | October 17, 2011 at 07:51 PM
Love the idea of the cube boxes. Very cute. I seem to make large projects - lap quilts and bed quilts, but I'm trying to stick with smaller projects:)
Posted by: Becky in Georgia | October 17, 2011 at 06:35 PM
Really didn't know if I would like the boxes, but after seeing all of your ideas on what to do with them, I can't wait to get my hands on that book!
Posted by: Crystal | October 17, 2011 at 06:31 PM
I just bought 3 of those cube boxes and need a 4th for my sewing room re-do. Maybe I will make it myself instead,to match the curtains. They are great!
I make baby quilts-7 grands :), and bed quilts, totes, pot holders and wall hangings. I also knit, so the smaller boxes would make nice gifts for my knitting friends. I love your new book! My quilting group used one of your patterns to make a gift baby quilt. It was darling!
Posted by: Beth Stanfield | October 17, 2011 at 06:11 PM
I love those boxes! So much better than the plasticy ones that are sold in stores.
I'm a big fan of pillows, because they are much smaller, and thus much quicker!
Posted by: BFromM | October 17, 2011 at 05:38 PM
I have mostly made table toppers and runners though I have alot of quilts on my bucket list!
Posted by: Kathy S | October 17, 2011 at 05:34 PM
Your new book looks fantastic!
The cubes are absolutely adorable and i can totally see me making these for my 6 childrens rooms. You are a very talented woman and i cant wait to read your blog and your FB page. Am a newbie in the quilting world.
Posted by: Melissa | October 17, 2011 at 04:37 PM
Cute boxes! I'm a newbie quilter, and have made a few baby quilts, and am working on a larger one now.
Posted by: robin | October 17, 2011 at 04:21 PM
Your new book looks fantastic! Can't wait to see more of it in Houston! Our booth is right next to yours, Quiltsillustrated.com.
Posted by: Darci Wright | October 17, 2011 at 04:13 PM
I have made mostly bed and lap quilts, although I have also completed table runners and purses and have even made a jacket or two! I LOVE your fabric boxes and thank you for the opportunity to win your new book!
Posted by: shirley j. b. | October 17, 2011 at 04:00 PM
The boxes are so cute! I make lots of twin quilts or crib/lap quilts. Wall hangings and pillowcases! thanks!
Posted by: Lee | October 17, 2011 at 03:51 PM
da quando ho imparato a fare patchwork,ho fatto coperte per me per mia figlia.centritavola ,pannelli da parete borse, pochette.il tuo nuovo libro deve essere molto intressante.ho già acquistato i tuoi primi libri .un saluto dall'italia lory
Posted by: lorenza | October 17, 2011 at 03:24 PM
That's easy, baby quilts for sure, I have 10 grandchildren and made all of them a quilt plus my 6 children at least one, also. Thanks for the give away.
Posted by: Mary Jo | October 17, 2011 at 03:15 PM
Since I've been quilting the thing I have most of small wall hangings. Each one suited to the recipient. I love your boxes!
Posted by: Christine M | October 17, 2011 at 03:08 PM
I am blessed with 7 grand-children and have welcome arms for many more; so it's a given that I've made mostly baby quilts. :) I also love your boxes. Thanks for the peak at your new book, I'm impressed! ;)
Posted by: Joan Rodiguez | October 17, 2011 at 03:00 PM
Those cubes are wonderful! I need this book just for that pattern alone. During my quilting career I have made mostly lap size quilt and lots of wall hangings.
Posted by: DebrafromMD | October 17, 2011 at 02:44 PM
I have made all your table runners and bags out of your other 3 books. I can't wait for your new book. The pumpkin and the egg table runners were a hit this year. On my list for Xmas are the tree runners. Thank you.
Posted by: Mary Hickey | October 17, 2011 at 02:09 PM
I've made more small projects(wallhangings and tabletoppers) than quilts. I love your storage boxes.
Posted by: MoeWest | October 17, 2011 at 01:50 PM
Definitely quilts, from baby to king-size.
Oh, these projects are very enticing. I want some of those boxes.
Posted by: Jo Anne | October 17, 2011 at 01:39 PM
Congratulation with your new book, what I have seen from it on the internet looks great.
I haven't been quilting for few years but I used to do a lot of christmas wallhangings and hopefully I will start agains soon.
... Bestu kveðjur til ykkar Þóris, það var frábært að hitta hann í Minneapolisferðinni í síðustu viku.
Posted by: Ella Dögg | October 17, 2011 at 01:33 PM
I would like to make the cubes in your book. Great idea. Right now I have been making bags & lap quilts.
Posted by: christine | October 17, 2011 at 01:10 PM
I've made mainly bed quilts, but lately I've been on a bag spree.
Love your boxes!
Posted by: DianeY | October 17, 2011 at 01:09 PM
I'm looking for something to organize my fabric and the boxes would be perfect. Right now I'm into making bags but wallhangings and lap quilts are a close second. Can't wait to see more projects.
Posted by: Bonnie H | October 17, 2011 at 01:06 PM
I have been quilting for a year. Lap and baby quilts, table runners and since September I have been working on Christmas Stockings and gifts for the holidays. Olivia's Puzzle Quilt(fabric for 2)has been sitting in my project bin for some time now - I wanted to get a little more experience under my belt before creating this beautiful quilt for 2 very special young ladies in my life. Coordinating boxes and containers for thier room will be a great addition - I look forward to your new project book.
Posted by: Vicki | October 17, 2011 at 12:52 PM
I am totally hooked on making table runners! I love having the "I'm finished" moment more often than when I make a bed-sized quilt. I'm looking forward to seeing all of the other projects in this new book ~ I'm also seeing the need to make the cubes!
Posted by: Vickie Streich | October 17, 2011 at 12:43 PM
These boxes are adorable! Can't wait to see more projects from this book.
Posted by: Pat V. | October 17, 2011 at 12:39 PM
I have probably made the most of the lap quilt/bed quilt catagory, but I have made items in all of the categories. I really like the fabric box idea and think it would also be great with oil cloth or you can laminate your favorite fabric! Thanks for the ideas!
Posted by: Ruth Gess | October 17, 2011 at 12:23 PM
This looks like it will be another great book. Love what you have shared with us so far. The boxes would come in so handy both here and in my granddaughter's room. So many uses for those. Can't wait to see the other pojects in the book.
Posted by: Denise | October 17, 2011 at 12:13 PM
I love the boxes!! I make a mish-mash of all things....bed quilts, wall hangings, table toppers, runners, pin cushions, mug rugs, etc. But no clothing.....that's above my ability.
Posted by: Stacy L. | October 17, 2011 at 12:02 PM
just comping of a weekend retreat, made a bag, and would love to make the boxes. My great niece uses these boxes all the time.
Posted by: Ada Shave | October 17, 2011 at 12:00 PM
I've made a pretty good mix of all of the above.
Posted by: Marie O | October 17, 2011 at 11:52 AM