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Friday, February 25, 2011

Aurifil Blog Hop

Aurifil Blog Hop and The letter T

 


Hello Aurifil Blog Hoppers and welcome to the IHAN (I Have A Notion) blog.  Have you had fun this past week?  I know I have enjoyed visiting all of the blogs and collecting some great block patterns.

I was given the letter T for this blog hop.....an easy letter when speaking about Thread...don't you think?  Other T words that come to mind immediately:

Thread Tension
Tips, Terms and Techniques
Tools

Truthfully the reason I think I got the letter T is because I'm a Thief.  It's True and I have photos to prove it.

 Taking The Thread.....can you blame me? 
I only wish I had worn pants with an elastic waist.  I could have gotten that entire container in my waistline and covered it with my shirt. 
Instead, I had to go for the smaller box....shoved it down the back side...better know as the Tush.
I could not stop at a few spools....I Took the fork lift and Trotted off with the entire crate.  You know what?  I have no shame and no regrets.

Are you wondering what could possible cause an otherwise honest woman to become a Thief?  Try Aurifil for yourself and then tell me you don't want it ALL....yes a spool or several in every color and weight.  Just try to tell me if given access you would not attempt the same heist?   No lint, no breakage, beautiful colors, 12 wt, 28 wt, 40 wt, and 50 wt Thread.   Yep, I'm Thinking you would be Tempted to be a Thief Too!  By now you have read all the other Testimonials from the other Blogs in this Hop so you know of what I speak. 

The quilt blocks the other Bloggers designed are wonderful.  I'm a notions girl so designing blocks is not my Temptation.....instead I made this Joseph's Coat block pattern.  Tickled that I made the block Then I was Tormented when I realized I had been calling it "Jacob's Coat."  


Click here to download the pattern :)

I invite / Tempt you to Try The Thread That Tempts The Thief To Take it, AURIFIL.

Leave a comment on this post for your chance to win an Aurifil Thread Sampler. There will be Two winners selected from this post AND.....

(Photo Thieved from Pat's Blog)

Everyone will have a chance to win the Grand Prize, Pat Sloan's 50wt Machine Quilting and Applique Thread.
Today you will want to stop by SewCalGal's Blog as well...don't miss it :)

I wish you all the best of luck in winning some Aurifil Thread....if you don't win and you would like to Touch The Thread That Tempts The Thief To Take it, you can check your local quilt shops as well as Pat Sloan's Quilt Shop, Pink Chalk Fabrics, Stitchin' Heaven and of course right here at I Have A Notion. 

Triumliterarum Smiles,
Kelly

Footnote: I didn't really Take The Thread That Tempted me....I just Tricked The Troupe To Think That I did :)

475 comments:

  1. Thanks for the block Kelly. I'm too old to take up a life of crime now, so I need to win some Aurifil thread or go shopping!

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  2. Well,I just love this Blog Hop! Let's do more. Great block. I love to applique. Can't wait to use Auriful.

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  3. Whoa, very cute block!! I've never used Aurifil thread but I've heard raves about it. So please enter me in this giveaway :-)

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  4. You alliteration is TERRIFIC!!!
    beautiful block . . and . . lucky for me I have a few of these made already in a UFO pile. But I'd love to make some new ones with a new package of Aurifil Threads!! ; ) ; ) ; )
    Thanks so much!

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  5. You are sewwwwwww fun! Thanks for sharing your pictures with us, as it definitely put a smile on my face today.

    Thanks for another chance to win some of that thread. I've never used it.

    Pretty block...You've been busy.

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  6. If you're going to be a thief, that's the thing to pilfer! But the rules state that you have to share with your friends. It's in the fine print...trust me on this one. lol

    Seriously, I just used some variegated Aurifil thread to quilt my challenge project and I fell in love with their thread! The colors are so beautiful, the thread is strong and clean. Now if I only had some more..... lol I'd love to win!

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  7. I'd be Terribly Tickled To Touch That Thread! Thanks for hosting.
    Shirley

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  8. Your block is beautiful! Thank you for the pattern. I am excited to think that I have a chance to win some aurufil thread.

    GG

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  9. I like your block, very cute. I've never tried that needle turn applique, maybe one of these days.

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  10. I'm so glad to be participating and am so excited to be trying my hand at this quilt sampler. Thank you and God Bless...

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  11. Thunderous applause for your tempting offer - thanks for thinking of the blog readers who'd love this trophy!

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  12. Thank you for the opportunity to win the thread kit and for posting the instructions to make your lovely block.

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  13. Your talents show through with your block. It will be a trick one for me, since I have not done many curves in my quilting, but I look forward to trying it.

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  14. Truly tempting thread!

    Terrific block!

    Tons of fun!

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  15. Thanks for the cute block pattern and a chance to win some wonderful Aurifil thread.

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  16. Oh how funny! I'd love to try some of this thread myself...I'll have to buy some if I don't win some!

    Sandy A

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  17. Kelly, Kelly, Kelly....From what I have heard about Aurifil threads, I can see why you are trying to take it. I would love to know what that feels like...I have never used the thread, but after what I have read and heard, I am looking forward to trying it. Thanks for making your block.

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  18. Thank you for the nice pattern. I enjoy using Aurifil for quilting and for making lace.

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  19. Your block is so beautiful! Really makes me think of spring. Thanks for the block and the Aurifil giveaway. It is such wonderful thread!

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  20. Really love the block.
    Would love to win some thread to try. Pat has talked about it lots and almost sounds too good to be true. Just recently retired and still working out a budget to get all my quilting things...without starving!!

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  21. Thanks for the free pattern! I can see why you a-tempted to take all the aurifil thread you could. I can't wait to try this terrific thread, I would use it for all my machine appliqueing which I love to do!

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  22. Yeah, I'm SO tempted to become a "Thief!" I've never used Aurifil but thanks to the temptation on this hop, I may have to do it. (If I don't win some...wink wink nudge nudge. Mr Random Generator, you know you want to pick me...)

    Love the block too! I just love the look you gave it. It's so Springy!

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  23. Thanks for the free pattern! I sure would like to try these Aurifil threads on my machine appliqueing projects. Can't wait to see how they blend into the fabric. I see now why you were a-tempted to take all the Aurifil thread and make a clean escape!!!

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  24. You are the most creative thief that I have ever seen! I will take a crate of Aurafil thread, also! Thanks for the quilt block.

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  25. Funny blog and very cute block can't wait to sew it out! Thanks!

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  26. You are too funny. Thank you for the block. I LOVE that block no matter what you called it. ;)

    Aurifil is on my list of things to buy. I know after reading these blogs and how so many commenters said they love it as much as all you have that I have to get some of my own. AND since you probably didn't get more in the tushy for all of us, I assume we'll just have to cross our fingers that we win or toss our own money into the computer and buy some of our own. Thanks again.

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  27. you make a cute thief....I use Aurifil so completely understand your actions...

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  28. Your block is very cute. I hope they pick me to win!

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  29. Hi, Kelly! Your block is so beatifull! Thank you for the opportunity to win the thread kit! Is the week of my birthday, would be a great gift to win the kit! Hugs!

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  30. Unique little block you have there. Very cute.

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  31. I love your block and hope to win some of the Aurifil. I would love to have one of each weight and color. Oh I would be in heaven. I would possibly get some projects completed. I am disabled and on a very limited income and would like to be able to afford to buy more colors. Right now I have the basic piecing colors in 50 wt.

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  32. wow this has been fun! Bought my first aurifil thread today at our local yearly quilt show and am looking forward to using it. thanks for the block

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  33. Thanks for all the terrific fun! This is Totally awesome!

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  34. Saved The besT for The lasT! Can't wait to try some of that fancy thread myself! LOVE the block you made, regardless of what you call it! I've always wanted to drive a forklift, too - so glad you got the opportunity!

    Have SEW enjoyed the journey you've shared with me!!

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  35. I would love to win some beautiful thread.

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  36. Thanks for being a part of this giveaway! Aurifil thread is the best.

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  37. Thank you for such a cool block, and thank you for the chance to win yummy aurufil thread! Blessings, Debbie

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  38. I am awed by your allerative asides. And tempted to take some thread myself. But, since you are giving it away...

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  39. Thank you for the Aurfil blog hop and free patterns
    Chris W.

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  40. Aurifil is my go to thread for quilting.

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  41. It MUST be great thread if you wanted it that badly! tee hee I want to try Aurifil thread myself to see what everyone is talking about. Here's hoping I win some! Thanks!

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  42. Thanks for the block and thanks for the giveaway.

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  43. Wow, what a seriously great block! I really hope to get some Aurifil to make it with. Thank you!!

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  44. That block reminds me of the diversity of my friends they come in all sizes, shapes and colors, just like aurifil thread, you just want to keep in a tight circle closer and closer to you, until your creativity just spills over into many other bright and beautiful blocks. Denise Fischer Tucson, Arizona

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  45. Not sure why the name torments you...it is a perfect name! I heart the polkadots so much mixed with the stripes and florals.
    Sweet block and great post! Three cheers for a "well" done job!

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  46. Fabulous block and post! I love the lavender background!

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  47. You're hysterical! And I LOVE your block!!!

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  48. Thank you for the fun pattern; its one I haven't made before. This has been such an enjoyable hop and I appreciate your effort in being a part of it! Can't wait to get some of that thread.

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  49. Beautiful. Cant wait to see the final layout. Thanks!

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  50. This has been such fun. Thanks for the block!

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  51. I think I'm going to have to try this terrific thread.

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  52. Thanks for the Tribute To These Threads That I Think have a Trillion of Titilating Colors. (that's the best I could do to day thanks for hosting this wonderful giveway). Love your block and can't wait to try it!

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  53. Completely understand the Temptation.... I Love Aurifil! And your block! Thanks for the chance to win!

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  54. Your story & photos had me chuckling. Just what I needed today!

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  55. Thanks for making me laugh tonight, love the photo's of you heisting the thread. I hope to get a chance to try the Aurifil out. Thanks for the Joseph's Coat block, I adore your gorgeous block.

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  56. Beautiful block! something so very different... perfect for trying out Aurifil thread!

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  57. I have garnered some from the seconds pile, but I would never ever never ever be a thief......unless maybe there was only one reel left on the planet.

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  58. Thank you for the block pattern. And for the chance to win some aurifil thread. Apparently this is something that I have to try!

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  59. As usual you left me laughing. Thanks Kelly. Tremendous tomorrows to you.

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  60. I love those photos! I want to have the opportunity to steal a whole crate of Aurifil thread, too!

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  61. Thank you for the gorgeous block!

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  62. This was the most entertaining post on the blog hop...you are a riot! Thanks for the smiles today! The blog hop has been fun and although I have been an Aurifil user for a long time, it reminded me why I love it so much....not enough to steal some though! LOL

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  63. I missed the giveaway but downloaded your block. Thank you so much! Glad I found your blog!

    lag110 at mchsi dot com

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  64. I would have been tempted to take it, too--Aurifil is top-notch!

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  65. Love the block. Aurifil is on my list for purchase at quilt show.
    Thanks

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  66. Thanks for the great block and it was fun reading about your "thieving"! Would love to try some Aurifl thread.

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  67. can't blame you for trying to steal the thread. next time wear bigger pants!

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  68. Count me in for the big drawing - thanks!

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  69. I hope that I am not too late for the grand prize but even if I am,
    THIS THREAD IS AWESOME!
    Ariel

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  70. haha, enjoyed your post. Thanks for the beautiful block design!

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  71. You can never have "too much thread". No matter how much I buy, I never "seam" to have the right color for a new project, and have to buy more!

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  72. Such a wonderful blog, packed with so much information - I love reading your reviews! It was nice meeting you at my book signing at Quilt Market!

    Those Aurifil threads are beautiful,and such a nice collection of colors! It was nice meeting you at my book signing at Quilt Market!

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  73. Jacob's Coat is pretty catchy! LOL

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Thank you for reading the IHAN Blog. I love getting and reading every comment that is left here; however I may not be able to respond to all comments left during giveaways. There are times when I am juggling many tasks at one time and may not reply to all comments. Please e-mail me at quiltnotions@gmail.com if you need a reply quickly. I thank you for your understanding and-
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