Guess who came home to Mama today? Yes, the book is here! It's always a special moment to run your fingers through it "LIVE" even though I know exactly what it looks like and what it contains. The plan is to start shipping them out tomorrow, yay!
On with the show. Wednesdays winner is:
Pamstitches
she said:
"I used laminates years ago when my boys were babies! I really need to make your tote for my car. I am now one to the next generation and his "stuff" has taken over my back seat and my trunk! Or........get a minivan again! NOOOOO!"
I am with you on the minivan! I absolutely loathe having to drive that thing. We have one that my oldest son used to drive mostly so now that he is off to college, my husband drives it. He actually likes it.....which is fine with me....we can keep it, even though the kids are getting older. It comes in very handy when a moving van is needed....for example to pick up books from the printer! Thanks honey:)
Today is all about the gorgeous models that make the pages in my book extra adorable.
His Or Hers Baby Quilt
You have all seen the cover of the book and this quilt is there. It might not be super noticable; I understand it is hard to see anything other than little miss Sophia's gorgeous face.
Sophia was actually not in the mood for posing that day. You would never guess that!
She was actually about to stand up and run to her mom when these photos were taken! Somehow my photographer Paula was able to snap them in the perfect moment, she really is a magician!
This is what Sophia really wanted to do with the quilt....cuddle with mom! Super cute.
Quentin or Quinn as he is called, was a little more willing to do what we were saying....after I buried some plastic bugs in the sand for him to find:)
Now, if Quentin is looking a little familiar to you, you might have seen him before....this was not his first modeling gig! He was my model for the first Fast & Furious book, posing on this sweet little quilt.
I just adore those big brown eyes. Somebody needs to get this kid an agent!
I should talk about the quilt a little, huh! The quilt is super simple and quick to make when you need a gift fast. I made both colorways from flannel so they are extra cuddly.
Dream On
This quilt is made from fat eighths or fat quarters.
The tiny person that makes it extra special is a blond haired, blue eyed beauty. Miss Allie.
Now, she had no problem with wanting to be in the pictures.....sitting still for them was another thing. But I just love how these turned out, she was the life of the party!
I made two versions of this quilt and Allie's brother Brady helped make the other one come to life.
He was a little too busy building a tower to look at the camera though.
Which is totally understandable when you have an impressive tower like this in the works!
I want to take the opportunity here to give these future beauty queens and heartbreakers extra special thanks. They will forever be super special to me:)
Wow....this roll of pictures looks like movie credits! Well, they are all stars in my eyes!
Please keep commenting, there are still 2 books up for grabs and then the grand prize which I will show you tomorrow;)
Today's question:
If you could travel to any country on a dream trip, whether it is a quilting related trip or not, where would you want to go?
(ps. you won't offend me if you don't say Iceland:D
Write your answer in the comments to be eligible to win.
Thanks for stopping by.
I would travel to Poland to tour the Wieliczka Salt Mine. Rock salt tansformed into a subterranean cathedral, chandeliers, sculptures and there is even an underground lake. It took over sixty years to create...and to think ...I become inpatient if a weekend quilt takes me a week!
Posted by: Vicki | October 21, 2011 at 07:15 AM
I would like to go to Italy or France with my family, stay by a beautiful lake and take mountain hikes and little tours around the countryside.
I'm going to ask like Siggalína...do you know when the book will be available in Iceland? :)
Posted by: Pálína Björg | October 21, 2011 at 04:11 AM
My dream trip would be a cruise to Antarctica. My husband does not share my enthusiasm for this destination, but I think it would be the trip of a lifetime! Someplace that not many folks get to see.
Posted by: Pat V. | October 21, 2011 at 12:52 AM
My dream trip would be to Australia. The pictures I have seen are so beautiful and I know there are wonderful quilt shops there. Love your new designs and the little cuties modeling!
Posted by: Ruth B | October 21, 2011 at 12:23 AM
I'd like to go to Norway, and explore my family's Scandinavian heritage. Maybe a stop in Iceland along the way! I've been intrigued by your homeland ever since reading a book, called Nights of the Pufflings, to my third grade students.
Posted by: Lee Ann Kittleson | October 20, 2011 at 11:42 PM
Hello,
Such a beautiful childrens quilt. I am dreaming about a trip to Tasmania.
Happy days.
Bev.xoxo
Posted by: Bev C | October 20, 2011 at 09:49 PM
I would like a quilting cruise to Alaska. Quilts and icebergs just seem to go together.
Posted by: MoeWest | October 20, 2011 at 09:39 PM
I would love to go on a quilting cruise, I would enjoy it dearly and the destination wouldn't matter. The kids with the quilts and bags are absolutely beautiful.
Posted by: Philomena Gaslard | October 20, 2011 at 09:07 PM
I've actually briefly had a layover for a few hours in Iceland back in 2007! I would love to spend a vacation in New Zealand though! My uncle went there once and the pictures and his stories made it sound like such a gorgeous place!
Posted by: Jorie | October 20, 2011 at 08:43 PM
Canada--Lake Louise. Went there several years ago and would love to return someday. Beautiful place.
Your little models are all so cute. Love the quilts too.
Posted by: Denise | October 20, 2011 at 08:40 PM
Your models were excellent. They all seamed to fit the part. Very good choices. If I had a choice to visit New Zealand or Austraila I would be a very happy quilter. Have had them on my to do list. Excited for the new book to arrive. Thanks for all you do.
Posted by: Bonnie | October 20, 2011 at 08:36 PM
I would go anywhere as long as I got to bring my family!
It is amazing how fast they grow!
Posted by: Jessica Hickey, | October 20, 2011 at 08:36 PM
I'm loving every single project in this book. Congratulations again, and thank you for the wonderful ideas.The children are beautiful. A winning combination !!!
Hard to decide where I'd go. Spain and Portugal sound good,with Iceland on the top of the list,as well--- a northern and southern vacation.
Posted by: Patricia Dawe | October 20, 2011 at 07:40 PM
Iceland would be fine, I have been to parts of the US, some of the island in the south, Mexico. Time to go over the big sea. Ireland, Scotland and Europe.
Posted by: Ada Shave | October 20, 2011 at 06:57 PM
I'd LOVE to go to Barcelona for a romantic holiday with my hubby! :) What I'd love even more is getting a copy of your book! :D
Mig langar ROSAlega í bókina, hvenær kemur hún til Íslands?
kv. Siggalína
Posted by: Sigurlína Magnúsdóttir | October 20, 2011 at 06:33 PM
I have always wanted to go to Paris and have yet to make the trip. It seems so romantic, I love the language, and I would be so happy to have several days to enjoy the art and food.
Posted by: Cynda Quigley | October 20, 2011 at 05:44 PM
It's always been my dream to see the Sistine Chapel. When I saw the movie "The Agony and the Ecstasy" I knew that some day I had to see that chapel. Another dream is to see Denmark, since that is where my mother's family comes from. Love the sneak peeks and the kids are adorable!
Posted by: Julia P | October 20, 2011 at 05:37 PM
Australia - if can visit sew many of the wonderful quilters that create there....
Posted by: MarciaW | October 20, 2011 at 05:37 PM
Hi!
I would go to Greece islands and visit those white stucco houses with the blue roofs! Sit in the sunshine, stitch, enjoy the water!
Next dream is to go to the islands of Hawaii, all the lucious green folage, blue water, sand beaches and waves!
Love all the postings about the new book!
Congratulations on the book and those LOVELY children!
Take care, Leslie
Posted by: Leslie Legros | October 20, 2011 at 05:20 PM
these kids steal attention from your quilts which are super fun and easy...just love your dream on blanket.
home sweet home, just love to travel around our contry -Iceland- although it´s always exciting to go abroad and experience new things.
Posted by: Elinborg Dagmar Lárusdóttir | October 20, 2011 at 05:15 PM
Such cute kiddos! They bring a lot of life to the photos! I would love to visit Iceland one day. I've seen pictures of Iceland that I just thought was so beautiful. I used to live in Alaska and have been to the Arctic Circle, so that doesn't bother me! I love Arctic wildflowers. Besides that, I would love to visit Australia too. And South America. Just visit though, not live. I'm definitley a snow and mountains kinda girl!
Posted by: Jen | October 20, 2011 at 05:06 PM
I would definitely go to Australia. It's been a dream of mine to go since I was a kid.
I love the projects in your new book. I'm excited to see it!
Posted by: Tonya | October 20, 2011 at 04:56 PM
I have always dreamed of visiting Australia. I don't know if I will ever make it there, but it is fun to dream! This book is looks great - full of fun projects. I plan to make all of them!
Posted by: Mama Dub | October 20, 2011 at 04:26 PM
Beautiful pictures, beautiful children and outstanding quilts! Ever since I was a little girl I've wanted to go to Switzerland and know, without a doubt, it's the "Heidi" movie influence. Someday!
Posted by: Betty Ayers | October 20, 2011 at 04:03 PM
I would want to go to Romania. My husband was born there, but hasn't been back since he was 8.
Posted by: Marie O | October 20, 2011 at 03:52 PM
BEAUTIFUL POST TODAY! LITTLE CUTIES!
I'D LIKE TO VISIT MY GRANDPARENTS HOMELAND,HOLLAND AND CHECK OUT THE QUILT SHOPS THERE. KNOW THEY MUST BE GREAT QUILTERS!
THANKS SO FOR SHARING!
Posted by: Linda | October 20, 2011 at 02:34 PM
I would go to Sweden. I have two grandchildren there and haven't seen them in a long tim.e
Posted by: Melinda | October 20, 2011 at 02:12 PM
I'd like to think someday I will go to Italy. The history, statues, & the islands in the clear blue water! Loving all your posts this week.
Posted by: Sharon S | October 20, 2011 at 02:12 PM
I would really like to travel more in the USA and see the northwest and the northeast parts of the country!!
Posted by: Caryl W | October 20, 2011 at 02:10 PM
Actually, I would like to travel the USA.
Posted by: Jo Anne | October 20, 2011 at 01:48 PM
my dream trip is to visit all the art of Michaelangelo. That would take me to Paris, Rome and Florence. I have seen some of the religious works in the Houston Art Museum and they took my breath away. I love all art but I love his works. Maybe because it was my first exposure as a child???
Posted by: Mary Jordan | October 20, 2011 at 01:37 PM
I would like to go to Hawaii.
Like the darker version of the dream, believe quilt. All the projects are great.
Thanks for the chance to win.
Posted by: Darlis Johns | October 20, 2011 at 01:35 PM
My dream trip would be to travel Europe. I've never been overseas, and I would love to be able to experience the rich history and various cultures that span across Europe. Of course, I'd stop at whatever fabric stores I'd find along the way :)
Posted by: Sarah | October 20, 2011 at 01:19 PM
At the top of my travel dream list right now is Scotland with Australia a close second. I have always wanted to sail the Greek Isles too.
Posted by: DebrafromMD | October 20, 2011 at 01:07 PM
Very cute models~ love the quilts too! ;-) I'd love to go to Australia. I have a friend there I would like to visit. Thanks for the fun!
Posted by: Sandie~ call me crazy | October 20, 2011 at 01:07 PM
The models are so super cute! I'd love to visit France. Something in me just loves Paris and the Eiffel Tower.
Posted by: Moneik Stephens | October 20, 2011 at 12:50 PM
I would love to visit Switzerland in the summer. The towns look so lovely with all the boxes of flowers on the windows. The mountains look spectacular!
Posted by: Karen W | October 20, 2011 at 12:33 PM
I love your bright and colourful quilts. If I could travel somewhere, I would choose Ireland. It is so beautiful. Thank you for the opportunity.
Posted by: Joan | October 20, 2011 at 12:21 PM
I have never been out of the country but my first thought when reading your post was Australia. Quit afew of the blogs I read about quilting and stitching are from Austriala so I suppose that is why it popped in to my head.
Posted by: Elaine | October 20, 2011 at 12:13 PM
I've always wanted to visit England. Thanks for the chance on your book!!!
Posted by: Jill | October 20, 2011 at 11:42 AM
I would LOVE to walk through some Egyptian pyramids or the temples in Indonesia.
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Posted by: Rebecca | October 20, 2011 at 11:39 AM
My hubby's dream trip actually would be Iceland! I want to see so many places it's hard to pick just one but I will say Greece today :-) but it's likely to change tomorrow.
Posted by: Jess | October 20, 2011 at 11:39 AM
Very sweet photos! I would love to visit Ireland. Just want to see the beautyful wild countryside!
Posted by: Martina | October 20, 2011 at 11:24 AM
My dream trip would be to Ireland and Scotland, I've heard how beautiful these places are and would love to see them. Your book looks like it will be amazing, would love to have it!
Posted by: Brenda Pigott | October 20, 2011 at 11:03 AM
Kids are beautiful. And the quilts are great. Can't wait to get the book in my hands. I would love to see the Northern Lights in Alaska. Have a great day.
Posted by: Mary Hickey | October 20, 2011 at 10:50 AM
The Kids are just adorable and I also love the quilts. My dreamland is Australia. Congratulations on your new book.
Posted by: Paula | October 20, 2011 at 10:39 AM
My husbands family is from Germany, so I would love to go there and explore the beautiful country.
Posted by: Angie H. | October 20, 2011 at 10:26 AM
That is such a hard question as I love to travel and have never been out of the U.S. I have a long list that comes to mind, but I'll narrow it today to New Zealand, and would hope that I could go on over to Australia, too, since it is so close.
Your little models are so adorable.
Posted by: Mary | October 20, 2011 at 10:22 AM
Actually we had a layover in Iceland on the way to Germany. We barely had time to look out the windows. But on the flight, each seat had a screen to watch movies, etc. There were commercials telling about Iceland. I would love to see all the waterfalls. It looked like very beautiful country on the commercials. Near the Airport looked pretty barren. The language would be a challenge too. I am always up for a challenge though.
Posted by: Lori Stephens | October 20, 2011 at 09:56 AM
Beautiful children!
New Zealand and Australia via cruise ship would be my choice. (It would be especially nice is this was a quilting cruise!!)
Posted by: shirley j. b. | October 20, 2011 at 09:54 AM