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Friday, September 9, 2011

Quilting Arts Gifts Magazine 2011

Look what I got today.....
Quilting Arts Magazine is one of my absolute favorite magazines of all time.  Always something new to see and interesting techniques showcased including instructions....right up my alley.

I dropped everything I was doing (and supposed to be doing) and sat on my sofa and read the Quilting Arts Magazine Gifts Holiday Magazine.  If you like to make hand made gifts for the holidays you will certainly find many fun ideas inside....including ornaments, totes, covers, journals, table runners, place mats and many more projects to choose from. 

One that caught my eye immediately was the Nametag Pouches by Susan Brubaker Knapp (Blue Moon River).  I'll be sporting a new Nametag Pouch come Fall Quilt Market in October....thanks to Susan. 
I think these Nametag Pouches are excellent for travel too. When you have to go through so many checkpoints at the airport having your drivers license in the front is convenient and you can put your credit card and a little cash in the pouch so you don't have to dig through your wallet or purse. They are fun for guild meeting name tags too. I  made some, much different that these beauties, for my boys. I make them wear them under their shirts when we go to large places so they can be identified if they get lost (we write our cell phone numbers on business cards).



Jen Eskridge, Reanna Lily Designs, another gal I know....also had a fun gift idea.  Jen calls her project the Cold Weather Kit and it includes a coordinating scarf, headband and glove saver set.  Since I have three girls you know I was all over this idea.  The really cool thing about this gift idea is that it is appropriate for all age ranges.  I want a set for myself ....don't you?

I really, really, really like this magazine.....however.....what I didn't tell you is that I have two copies....one to keep and one to give away!!!  So, if you are an IHAN blog follower, leave a comment on this post and I'll draw a random winner on Monday for this years Quilting Arts Gifts Magazine.

Smiles,
Kelly

 
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88 comments:

  1. Lynn BrownSeptember 9, 2011 at 7:49 PM

    I would love to have a copy of this magazine. I'm new to quilting & would love to incorporate it into gift giving this Christmas.

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  2. WoolenSailsSeptember 9, 2011 at 7:55 PM

    I would love to win a copy! I love Susan's work too and it looks like a fun magazine for gift giving ideas.

    Debbie

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  3. ReginaSeptember 9, 2011 at 8:28 PM

    Oh is it that time of year again - I need to quit the day job to squeeze all these projects in!

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  4. Red HeadsSeptember 9, 2011 at 8:31 PM

    I would love to have a copy of this magazine. I am not familiar with it, but what I have seen on your blog it would be great to have. Blessings: Dianne

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  5. Mary on Lake PulaskiSeptember 9, 2011 at 8:39 PM

    Of course I'm a follower and would love this magazine for some gift ideas!

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  6. Gene BlackSeptember 9, 2011 at 8:53 PM

    I love making gifts instead of buying them. Sign me up!

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  7. LindaSeptember 9, 2011 at 9:06 PM

    That magazine looks great, and just in time for getting started on holiday gifts!

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  8. Mom2RyandSisSeptember 9, 2011 at 9:13 PM

    Looks like a great magazine, the hand dyed and stitched pillows on the cover are too cute!!

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  9. BethSeptember 9, 2011 at 9:13 PM

    I am a follower too. The magazine is great. Don't include mein the drawing tho, because I have it already. My friend and boss Patti Dockus has he table runner in that issue.

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  10. JenniferSeptember 9, 2011 at 9:14 PM

    Love the name tag holders and would love to be a winner!

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  11. StitchinByTheLakeSeptember 9, 2011 at 9:32 PM

    It looks like a wonderful magazine! Wish I already had it - I'm headed for Colorado and could have used that scarf. :) blessings, marlene

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  12. JuliaPSeptember 9, 2011 at 9:51 PM

    I'm with you Kelly. That magazine always has great ideas!! Sure hope I win this! Thanks for another great giveaway!

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  13. SallieSeptember 9, 2011 at 9:54 PM

    I'm a follower and would love to win. Thanks for the giveaway!

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  14. JanyceRSeptember 9, 2011 at 9:56 PM

    That looks like a great magazine! Thanks for the giveaway. Love the cold weather kit

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  15. JoannaSeptember 9, 2011 at 10:09 PM

    I'd like to be included in the giveaway. I love browsing through this type of media and love making things that people can use and will like because it's made for them.

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  16. VickieSeptember 9, 2011 at 10:31 PM

    I was looking at this magazine yesterday and was going to buy it but something else grabbed my attention and I forgot to go back and get it! It is one of my favorites also! Thanks for a chance to win!

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  17. AngieSeptember 9, 2011 at 10:43 PM

    I would love to have a copy of the magazine! Cute name tag holder project!

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  18. AnonymousSeptember 9, 2011 at 11:01 PM

    The little birdies on the cover caught my eye. Would love to have the magazine! Thanks for the chance! ...Karen

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  19. Terry@ a quilting blogSeptember 9, 2011 at 11:13 PM

    I've never seen this quilting magazine anywhere..how can that be??? It looks great and I'd love to have a chance to win a copy!! Thanks :o)

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  20. Nancy SueSeptember 9, 2011 at 11:33 PM

    This magazine looks like a keeper!!! I'd need something more to read with my Beam and Read light! LOVE IT by the way! I also LOVE the scarf/headband/glove set in the mag! But the weather will get cooler right? It's hard to think of anything but the humidity. Hope you are staying dry.

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  21. AllieSeptember 10, 2011 at 1:09 AM

    I really love these issues, they're jam-packed with such great ideas!!! Those little pouches are a great idea.

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  22. LeeSeptember 10, 2011 at 7:19 AM

    Wow - I love that cold weather kit idea! and the name tags. thanks for the giveaway of a copy!

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  23. pinsandneedlesSeptember 10, 2011 at 8:46 AM

    Love the inspiration in this magazine! Looks like a many great ideas! Thanks for a chance to win a copy.

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  24. BarbSeptember 10, 2011 at 8:55 AM

    That magazine looks fun, thanks for the info!!

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  25. Needled MomSeptember 10, 2011 at 8:57 AM

    I subscribe to both of their magazines and love it when they arrive in my mailbox. The gift magazine looks fabulous too.

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  26. tinajoebobSeptember 10, 2011 at 9:30 AM

    This is exactly what I need for workplace gifts. I am between projects and looking for some fast time fillers.

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  27. LindaSeptember 10, 2011 at 11:28 AM

    I would love to have a copy! Thanks for the chance to win one!

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  28. kcSeptember 10, 2011 at 12:25 PM

    I can see why you'd drop everything & sit down with a cuppa and this mag. Looks like lots of fun-and-easy-to-do projects! Bet you could get all your gifting done in a day!! Very generous of you to share!!

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  29. LindaSeptember 10, 2011 at 12:26 PM

    Oh, those nametag pouches look wonderful, just what I need!
    thanks!

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  30. MarveLes Art StudiosSeptember 10, 2011 at 12:44 PM

    Count me in! I love that magazine! Thanks Kelly

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  31. AnonymousSeptember 10, 2011 at 1:37 PM

    I haven't read this magazine before, but it looks just like what I would love to read! Please pick me!!

    pojeda@embarqmail.com

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  32. NancySeptember 10, 2011 at 1:47 PM

    Oh, Yes Kelly I would Love to win a copy!!! I get really jazzed over Issues like this~Handmade!

    Huggs, Nancy

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  33. AnonymousSeptember 10, 2011 at 1:50 PM

    The magazine looks like it has a ton of great ideas for Christmas gifts!

    I'm not sure what a glove saver is, but the headband and scarf on Jen's kit are cute too.

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  34. jmjSeptember 10, 2011 at 1:52 PM

    I love quilting arts & watch their show often. This seems to have some great ideas that I would actually make. Thanks for all you do. Joan

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  35. LaineSeptember 10, 2011 at 1:57 PM

    I haven't seen this magazine on the stands yet so therefore I don't have a copy yet. Maybe I will be lucky enough to win this one. Thanks.

    lsandes@comcast.net

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  36. UnknownSeptember 10, 2011 at 5:16 PM

    Pick me! Pick me! I'll need some new ideas when I get home!!!!

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  37. VickieSeptember 10, 2011 at 8:03 PM

    Well now, that is so nice of you!! :) Looks fun!
    Hugs!

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  38. Nanbon44September 10, 2011 at 9:21 PM

    Hi Kelly, thanks for another great giveaway I would love to win

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  39. Nanbon44September 10, 2011 at 9:22 PM

    I have been a follower for some time and I love your funny posts

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  40. ShariSeptember 10, 2011 at 9:23 PM

    The magazine looks like it is jam-packed with clever ideas. I would love to win one!

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  41. Catskill QuilterSeptember 10, 2011 at 9:34 PM

    How generous of you! I love their Gift issue, but have not gotten it yet...budget considerations this year! My fingers are crossed...

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  42. LizzieSeptember 10, 2011 at 10:08 PM

    I love this magazine - inspirational for Christmas. If I had time I would love to make the quilted fireplace screen for Christmas.

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  43. SnoodlesSeptember 10, 2011 at 10:48 PM

    Looks like a great resource for those of us on a tight budget, needing new ideas for gifties....hmmm, on a tight budget. That's everybody, right? (Except if your address is Washington, DC!) Grin!

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  44. UnknownSeptember 10, 2011 at 11:43 PM

    Wow! I love their gift guides. Fabulous prize!

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  45. Kylie CarlsonSeptember 10, 2011 at 11:44 PM

    I'm a long time follower and that Quilted Fireplace screen looks interesting. I think if I adapt the pattern it would be perfect for my living room fireplace next summer.

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  46. MarileeSeptember 11, 2011 at 12:00 AM

    Thanks for the review of Quilting Arts Magazine. It's new to me, but I can't wait to get my hands on it now.

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  47. robinSeptember 11, 2011 at 12:23 AM

    I'd love to win your magazine! I'm a follower. :)

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  48. MelodySeptember 11, 2011 at 12:29 AM

    It looks like a fun magazine.

    melodyj(at)gmail(dot)com

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  49. Mary JoSeptember 11, 2011 at 1:12 AM

    Great! I always make quite a few gifts for Christmas and am running out of ideas. Thanks.

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  50. IsabelleSeptember 11, 2011 at 3:46 AM

    OOH.... this magazine looks great, I would love to win this.

    Thank you for a great giveaway!

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  51. SandySeptember 11, 2011 at 3:48 AM

    This magazine's projects look fantastic, someone recommended it to me a while ago, but now I am really interested!

    I love the projects! thanks...

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  52. Christine GantSeptember 11, 2011 at 5:00 AM

    Please put my name in the hat! Sounds like a fun magazine!

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  53. SingtatterSeptember 11, 2011 at 7:02 AM

    Thanks for the chance! Would love to see quilting projects as I just started!

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  54. annemarieSeptember 11, 2011 at 7:33 AM

    This sounds like a fun magazine - please enter me!

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  55. AmiSeptember 11, 2011 at 7:45 AM

    I don't think I ever noticed this magazine before. It looks absolutely wonderful. I am new to quilting so, I guess that is why I haven't seen it before. Thanks for sharing it and for the chance to win. :)

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  56. MiriamSeptember 11, 2011 at 7:49 AM

    This is just what I'm looking for! Can't buy it here in the Netherlands so I'm keeping my fingers crossed................

    Love
    Miriam

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  57. DebbieSeptember 11, 2011 at 7:49 AM

    I am a follower via email. Thanks for the nice giveaway!

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  58. Michele TSeptember 11, 2011 at 8:02 AM

    I follow IHAN! Please put my name in the draw for this magazine... it looks like it is chock full of ideas for gifts!

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  59. tsprinkleSeptember 11, 2011 at 8:09 AM

    In our family we have to make something for each other at Christmas and this magazine would really help me. Hope i win it.
    Terri:

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  60. wolf0129September 11, 2011 at 8:12 AM

    I just started quilting and would love this!!!

    wolf0129 at comcast dot net

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  61. SandraSeptember 11, 2011 at 8:50 AM

    What a great magazine! I've never seen it anywhere! Would LOVE to win it!

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  62. AnonymousSeptember 11, 2011 at 9:23 AM

    Just found your site via Craft Gossip newsletter. Thanks for the chance to win this magazine, looks like a lot of fun ideas! btw I'm Kelly as well! ksolo59@hotmail.com

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  63. AnonymousSeptember 11, 2011 at 9:25 AM

    What a wonderful magazine! Thank you for the chance to win.

    deece at cutey dot com

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  64. freakadoodlesSeptember 11, 2011 at 9:35 AM

    I'm a new follower. (Found you on Craft Gossip.) This looks like a great magazine. Thanks for the giveaway!

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  65. pasqueflowerSeptember 11, 2011 at 9:54 AM

    I'm following the IHAN Blog. Great post. Even if I don't win the giveaway, I may have to purchase a copy of this magazine before the holidays.

    LeAnn aka pasqueflower

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  66. Mosaic MagpieSeptember 11, 2011 at 10:10 AM

    There is nothing better than giving or receiving a handmade gift from the heart. I would love to win this magazine, that I am sure is filled with inspiration!
    Deb

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  67. ckp0818September 11, 2011 at 10:55 AM

    I would love to win the Quilting Arts Magazine Gifts Holiday Magazine, just in time to create some wonderful new Christmas gifts!
    thanks for the chance to win!

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  68. In Julie's OpinionSeptember 11, 2011 at 11:04 AM

    I'm a follower and would love to win a copy of this magazine! It looks awesome :)
    jwitt33 at live dot com

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  69. AnonymousSeptember 11, 2011 at 12:22 PM

    Kelly, love your site, and appreciate the op to win a copy of this magazine. I am a google follower and a subscriber as well. I love to quilt, but arthritis makes large projects hard these days, love the concept of smaller projects that can be made with great love!

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  70. Marianne S-MSeptember 11, 2011 at 12:23 PM

    Thanks for the chance to win, the mag looks great!! Good luck to everyone and thanks again. Marianne- hrshmari@aol.com

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  71. superstitchesSeptember 11, 2011 at 1:04 PM

    That magazine looks like it has some great projects in it. Always love your product reviews.

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  72. Carol BrowneSeptember 11, 2011 at 1:28 PM

    My buddy, Cynthia Frenette, created those birdies on the cover. Adorable!

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  73. SewCalGalSeptember 11, 2011 at 1:32 PM

    Those name tag badge holders look pretty cute. Definitely perfect for Quilt Market, attending shows, retreats, etc.

    SewCalGal
    www.sewcalgal.blogspot.com

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  74. ClairecompSeptember 11, 2011 at 2:32 PM

    I'd love a copy of this magazine, I do quilting and enjoy it but it's not always right though. I am sort of self taught, but I try to do it like my Grandmother did. I never showed her much interest in hers when she was alive, I really wish I had, so I try now to copy what she did.

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  75. Paula LemosSeptember 11, 2011 at 3:42 PM

    I would love to win a copy of this magazine; thanks for the chance!
    ap_lemos at yahoo dot com

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  76. UnknownSeptember 11, 2011 at 4:34 PM

    Following via GFC as elliesewsweet!
    This magazine looks awesome! Would love to win it!

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  77. NancySeptember 11, 2011 at 5:32 PM

    I would love to have a copy of this magazine. I love to give homemade sewn items at Christmas.

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  78. maggieSeptember 11, 2011 at 6:44 PM

    I just found your wonderful blog. So glad that I did.
    I'd sure would love to have this magazine to get started with Christmas gifts. It looks great.
    Cheers,
    maggie

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  79. AnonymousSeptember 11, 2011 at 9:15 PM

    This would be a great win!!

    jane denny
    rrjane011749@yahoo.com

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  80. TamieSeptember 11, 2011 at 9:25 PM

    I'd love to have a copy of this issue. Thanks for the giveaway.

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  81. Carol- Beads and BirdsSeptember 11, 2011 at 9:43 PM

    I love this magazine and can't wait to get my hands on a copy. Please enter me for a chance to win it here.

    Thanks!!

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  82. JHSeptember 11, 2011 at 11:14 PM

    Just getting back in to quilting after inheriting our family stash - dating back to the Great Depression. Would LOVE to have a copy of this wonderful publication!

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  83. BethSeptember 11, 2011 at 11:57 PM

    I love this magazine. Thanks for the chance to win a copy. I'm a follower, and glad to be one.

    wordygirl at earthlink dot net

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  84. OneLittleThreadSeptember 12, 2011 at 2:09 AM

    This is a great magazine. Love those name card holders.

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  85. LabixSeptember 12, 2011 at 3:11 AM

    I would love to win this magazine. I'm a new quilter and always looking for ideas.

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  86. jeanSeptember 12, 2011 at 8:40 AM

    Thanks for offering this---great ideas for gift-giving. Would love it.

    jean

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  87. AnonymousSeptember 12, 2011 at 3:49 PM

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  88. mummsieSeptember 13, 2011 at 2:05 PM

    Wow!! Adjusting my budget meant cutting out magazines. Would love to get some gift giving ideas for Christmas this year. Have never seen one put out by Quilting Arts. Must sell out quick at my book store.

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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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