Day 9 of 30 Day Giveaway Featuring Texture Magic

IHAN's 30 Days of Giveaways

Anniversary Celebration Day 9

Texture Magic

by Superior Threads

 

If you have never used Texture Magic before you are in for real surprise.  I can't think of a more appropriate product to follow the V100 Digital Velocity Iron (aka Steamy McDreamy) than Texture Magic!!!

Look at this beautiful journal cover made by Bridget Wiseman that is being shown on Mother Superior's Blog.  I think it absolutely beautiful.  I want to open my bag and pull out a notebook that looks this beautiful, don't you?

Texture Magic gives any fabric project added dimension and texture.  All you have to do is put Texture Magic on the wrong side of your fabric and stitch it down.  You can have some fun with how you stitch it down because that will make a difference in how it turns out.  Once it is stitched down....you steam it.  Did someone say steam?  If you are the lucky winner of the V100 Iron....you'll have absolutely no problem with this one :)  The Texture Magic shrinks up and so does the fabric.  You get a really cool texture that can be used in clothing, quilts, stuffed animals, home decor....the sky is the limit.  (It can be used on Silks-oh boy....and we're giving away silk too!!!)

Watch Patsy Thompson's tutorial here....this video shows you just how to use Texture Magic.  There are two more videos of Patsy working with Texture Magic.  They are on Superior Threads website and you can click here to view them.

Speaking of Superior Threads website, you may want to spend some time there looking at all the incredible information they have on their site.  Bob Purcell offers a  "School of Threadology"  and there are Reference guides, a  Gallery, and an Eduction Index that covers information about bobbins and needles etc.  There is so much more to see so you might want to sign up for their Newsletter so you can on top of all the news.

"Patterns by Annie" offers several patterns that use Texture Magic.  We will be giving away one of Annie's Patterns along with a package of Texture Magic in a future post....stay tuned:)

Do you want to know how you can have a package of Texture Magic sent to the address of your choice?  All you need to do is leave a comment below sharing with us what project you have that could be enhanced using Texture Magic.

For extra entries, please send photos of projects you have made with Texture Magic to IWantToWinAtIHAN@yahoo.com

Smiles,

Kelly

Last but not least- I want to remind everyone that they can enter all of the giveaways because they don't close until April 15, 2010 at 10:00pm CMT.  If you would like to increase your chances of winning please read SewCalGal's Tips.  Please consider taking a button (copy and paste) from the upper right hand corner of my blog to post on your blog and link to it.  I want everyone to have an opportunity to win these beautiful gifts. 

Reliable V100 Digital Steam Velocity GIVEAWAY

Day 8 IHAN Anniversary Celebration Giveaway

Reliable Corporation

Digital Steam Velocity V100

How well do you really know yourself?  

What is your vision of Perfect Steam?

This is good steam..it works....but it is a little loud and might ruin your ironing board.

This is also good steam....very good steam :)

Mr. Steamy McDreamy!!!

Now that I've introduced you to a few varieties of steam, I ask you.....which would you rather have?  (Keep in mind that Steamy McDreamy is not available!!!)

My preferred and available (which is very important) preference for an excellent source of steam is my  V100 Digital Velocity Iron by Reliable. 

Oops did I say "my"?  This is Rick's Digital Velocity V100 iron....not mine.  As you can see, he gives it two thumbs up.  Rick (my McDreamy) has complained for years about our irons not getting wrinkles out and water leaking all over his shirts.  He has not complained once (100% truth) since he got the V100 Digital Velocity Iron.  An iron that doesn't leak.....is a modern miracle.

It has two heating elements and a micro-pump that ensures a continuous flow of steam, even on low temperature, and with no spitting or leaking.  Here are the other great features of this iron:

• 30g/m of continuous steam

• 8 minute auto shut-off
• Steam Ready (bypasses auto shut off)
• 1800W heating element
• 30g/m of powerful continuous steam
• 1.8 cups (430 ml) water capacity

Steam Ready allows the user to iron continuously without the auto shut off feature. When activated, the iron will not shut off, unless manually turned off by the user.


Save water with the Eco-Intelligent feature. When the iron is picked up, the iron starts to steam immediately. Place the iron down and after 3 seconds it stops.

The V100 has received the coveted Woolmark Approved status, confirming it’s safe use on all types of delicate wool fabric.

 
Since it is illegal (I guess) to giveaway Mr. Dreamy McSteamy. 
 
Reliable Corporation is doing one better....they are giving away a V100 Digital Velocity Iron to one extremely lucky IHAN blog reader (including shipping).
 
THANK YOU Reliable!!!! 
 
To be entered into this drawing you need to leave a comment telling us what you think the V100 will do to improve your stitching and quilting projects. Give us all the Steamy McDreamy details....not just..." it will take the wrinkles out"....that is already guaranteed :)
 
For extra entries, send us photos depicting why you need the V100 Digital Velocity Iron to IWantToWinAtIHAN@yahoo.com
 
BTW: You may want to visit SewCalGal's blog.  She has posted some excellent tips for increasing your chances of winning giveaways.  Click Giveaway Tips to magically transport yourself to that excellent knowledge :) 
 
Steamy Smiles,
KellyTo read more you can go to the Reliable website or click here.

Day 7 of 30 Day GIVEAWAY at www.IHaveA-Notion.com

Today's IHAN Anniversary Celebration Giveaway

will leave you spinning!!! 

Sizzling Circles

by Lacey Hill

 Golden Thyme Designs

Lacey has generously given Sizzling Circles, a wonderful book,  AND her Circles and More Ruler to one very lucky IHAN blog reader.

  (Circles and More Ruler)

I know first hand of what I speak/type because I have made one of the Sizzling Circles patterns. 

This is my table topper in the fall and wall hanging in my sewing room during the other three seasons.  It is a flip and sew so there are no bindings. Quilt as you go, leaves you with the four circles then they are joined making the beautiful flower in the middle.  I machine appliqued the leaves. I just love it and I get lots of compliments from visitors too.

One lucky IHAN blog reader will also  get Lacey's Circles and More Ruler.

"It's the perfect everyday 4" x 18" ruler with an added bonus of holes every ½" in the center to quickly mark circles up to 34" in diameter with ease. It can also help mark scallops on quilt borders!"

Here is a sneak peak at one of the other patterns in Sizzling Circles. "Sizzling Circle Baltimore Basket" is the title of this pattern. Isn't it beautiful?



I like that the patterns use the "Simple Quilt-as-you-go Technique. No Quilting or Binding Required!" I imagine these would make wonderful gifts....not only the table toppers, wall hangings, or jacket embellishments (the possibilities are endless) but the Sizzling Circles book as well.  I know I loved getting mine as a gift.  THANK YOU Lacey.....you are one generous woman :)
 
If you would like an opportunity to win Sizzling Circles and the Circles and More Ruler, you need to leave a comment on this post telling us where you will use your Sizzling Circles Quilts and who you would give one to as a gift (we may hold you to the gift part!!!  :)
 
Lacey Hill of Golden Thyme Designs will mail the book and ruler after a winner is drawn on April 16, 2010.
 
For additional entries, please send photos of your Sizzling Circles projects along with the pattern title to IWantToWinAtIHAN@yahoo.com
 
Smiles,
Kelly

Day 6 of 30 Day GIVEAWAY at www.IHaveA-Notion.com

Day 6 of IHAN's 30 Days of Giveaways
Anniversary Celebration

Checker Distributor

Checker Distributor has generously given this fun gift package for one lucky IHAN blog reader!!!  Thank you Checker Distributor :)

Ohhhh look what is included in this beautiful gift package:

• A Book: The Quiltmakers- Eight Workshops from the very best.  This book looks very interesting.  It includes works from Lynette Jensen, Petra Prins, Carolyn Forster, Lynette Anderson-O'Rourke, Lynne Edwards, Joanna Figueroa, Janet Bolton,  and Marsha McClosky.  There is something for everyone's taste in this lovely book.  Designs from the worlds best quiltmakers, with consultant Pam Lintott. A unique opportunity to take 8 masterclasses from some of the very best quilters in the world, without ever leaving home. Learn expert techniques covering a wide range of quiltmaking skills.
• My Old Kentucky Home 1800's Reproductions Quilt Pattern.
• A Clover Premier Double Needle Threader
• Singer 500 Dressmaker Pins Size 17
• 3 Spools Aurifil Thread 100% Cotton
• 50 Roxanne #10 Quilting Needles
• Tag-A-Quilt - 56 pre-numbered reusable tags for quilt block layouts.
• Thimble with Blue Felt Holder

Wow, Checker Distributor has put together some quilt fun here. 

You may remember one of my  previous posts about Checker Distributor and owner Rob Krieger.  I was leaving Checker one day and Rob was helping some customers load their van.  I just want to be clear....the gift package does not include personal delivery by Rob Krieger!!!   He is helpful but....everyone has their limits.  LOL....Sorry to disappoint everyone....for delivery information you'll have to refer to the Happy 1 st Anniversary page on IHAN's website.

To win this lovely gift package you will need to leave a comment on this post.  Since the book is about Quilt Workshops I want to hear about your favorite Quilt Workshop or Class experience.  Give us some detailed information.  For extra entries, e-mail photos of your class project to IWantToWinAtIHAN@yahoo.com along with the details of the class.

The 30 Days of Giveaways remains open until April 15, 2010.  No comments will be counted after that time.  Winners will be drawn randomly from the entries from each days entries.

Good Luck to everyone :)

Smiles,

Kelly

30 Days of Giveaways Continue- Day 5

LARGE CONE EASY REACH

THREAD CAROUSEL

Inventor: Virginia Lauer

If this giveaway does not make you

Twist and  Shout

nothing will!! 

Inventor, Virginia Lauer (Kuala T. Inventive Sewing Solutions-Plus, Inc), was the very first IHAN Anniversary Giveaway contributor!!!  Thank you Virginia Lauer!!!

There are 48 1/2 " dowels and 24 smaller dowels that will hold up to 72 bobbins on the Large Cone Thread Carousel.  It is made from Red Oak and its base rotates (like a lazy Susan).  To see a visual demo of the Thread Carousel in motion....click here :).   That beautiful baby weighs just 8 pounds and stands 14 in. tall and  11 in. wide.  This is a heirloom that can be passed from generation to generation. 

Below is a photo of mine.  I have the Easy Reach Thread Carousel. I love that I can see my threads and they are within easy reach of my sewing machine.  It keeps my bobbins nice and orderly and I just spin it around when I want to see what colors of thread I have to go with a project.

                                                             

       

Virginia has also designed a  Notions Caddy that can be added to either Thread Carousels.  I think it is very handy.

Virginia is a wonderful and generous woman. She stands behind her product and has each one inspected before it is shipped. Virginia has great integrity and I admire her greatly as an Inventor and as a Woman.  She is TOPS in the IHAN book :)

Every sewing room needs a Thread Carousel, don't you think?  I do!!!  One lucky IHAN reader is going to win a Large Cone Thread Carousel.   Virginia will ship the Carousel to the winner of the drawing. 

How can you win this beautiful beautiful Large Cone Thread Carousel?  You need to leave a comment and share how you currently store your thread and how having this beautiful Heirloom will compliment your sewing space. 

For a bonus entry, e-mail a photo of your current thread storage situation and comment on how having the Thread Carousel will get you out of the mess you are in :) to IWantToWinAtIHAN@yahoo.com

For those of you who may be first time visitors to the IHAN blog, you may want to read more about the 30 Days of Giveaways and learn how to get more entries into the drawings. You can go to the IHAN website.  On the left side of the screen,  on the bottom,  there is a link that says "Happy First Anniversary" just click there :)  Winners will be drawn on April 16, 2010.

Smiles,

Kelly

Post Script:  I have gotten feedback that my blog is "very busy" and it makes finding where to leave comments and knowing what is being given away confusing.  If you have found that to be the case....please e-mail your suggestions to IWantToWinAtIHAN@yahoo.com and you will get extra entries into the Grand Prize Drawing.

Electric Quilt Company Celebrates With " I Have A Notion"

Day 4 of

 IHAN's Anniversary Celebration!!! 

30 Days of Giveaways

The Electric Quilt Company (EQ) has joined in the Celebration and are offering their Quilt Design Wizard software to one lucky IHAN reader!!! Thank You EQ!!!

The Quilt Design Wizard software is for those of you who are beginning quilters and software users.  This is a great way to start designing quilts on your computer.  It has simple pieced blocks, straight/horizontal layouts, on-point layouts, and the ability to change colors.   I like to think of it as dipping your toe in the water to see if you want to jump all the way in. 

Want to know more?  EQ has an entire page dedicated to educating you about their Quilt Design Wizard software so you buy (or win!!!) feeling confident you know what you are getting and can use it once you have it.

I have personally never used the Quilt Design Wizard  software but I have the EQ6 Quilt Design Software.  It has always been difficult for me to learn new material and I get intimidated fairly quickly and shut down when it comes to even thinking about learning new computer software.  So for me to say I have really enjoyed my EQ6 and have found it very manageable to learn, really says something!!!

The Electric Quilt Company has made their software fail proof....and I'm not just saying that to be nice....it is 100% true.  These are just some examples of what EQ does to make sure you are successful once you purchase their software:

A host of demo videos available on their website-free-

• 
  
  What You Get with EQ6
• 
  
  Designing Quilts
• 
  
  Adding Borders
• 
  
  Printing Patterns
• 
  
  Importing Photos, Scans, and More
• 
  
  Drawing Blocks
• 
  
  More About Drawing
• 
  
  Quilt Gallery

 EQ also offers:
Newsletter
Club EQ
Lessons, Classes and Tutorials
Forums
Books (one comes with EQ6...others are available for purchase)
Tech Support
Customer Service


Oh, and I mention they have their own channel on You Tube?


They have crossed every "t" and dotted every "i."  If you have any interest what-so-ever in designing your own quilts or if you want to know what your fabrics will look like once cut into your pattern....EQ software is for you. 




You probably want to know how to win the Electric Quilt Design Wizard software, right?


You must leave a comment on this post sharing either your experience with EQ Software or telling me why you would like to have an experience with EQ software. 


The Electric Quilt Company will mail the Quilt Design Wizard software to the winner of this drawing (drawing being held on 4/16). Comments will close on 4/15/2010.


If you would like to read about my EQ6 experience....click here. :)


For those of you who may be first time visitors to the IHAN blog, you may want to read more about the 30 Days of Giveaways and learn how to get more entries into the drawings.  You can click on the link above or go to IHAN website and on the left side on the bottom there is a link that says "Happy First Anniversary."


Smiles,
Kelly
(PS....I have no personal relation to the Electric Quilt Company and everything that I have written has been from my (very positive) experience)

Happy Birthday!!!!

Do you want to know how it feels to go from this ....

(me age 6)

To This? 
(Me at 46)

I Love it and I'm Getting Jiggy With It :)
You must play this video while reading the rest of this post
to get the full message as it is intended.

Just in case I've never said this before.....I love Will Smith's attitude and smile.....I'd invite Jada and Will to my Birthday Party, if only I knew where to send the invite.  While I'm doing the invites....I'd invite Carole Burnett too!!!  Oh yeah....and Dolly Parton.....and Michael Hedges (his spirit anyway).....

Then of course all my blogging buddies....and I'd have the party in the Bellagio in Vegas under Dale Chihuly's glass ceiling.....and.....we'd all eat lots of wonderful cake and ice cream.....small pieces all cut up and put on pretty plates with little scoops of ice cream. (I know....you are wondering why I say small right?  So we can try a lots and lots of varieties....and eat more:)

That's my kind of PARTAHY.....and my co-workers would be right there with me dancing like James Brown (they do and they've never seen him dance....soooo funny).
We would all stay in the hotel and be treated like Royalty....and we would have slippers to match our robes...they would smell spring fresh and the house shoes would fit perfectly.  Warren Buffett would be invited too....and he would graciously pick up the tab....oh yeah baby!!! (Oh yeah....I forgot to tell everyone....I really admire Warren Buffett.....and not for the reasons you may think.)

When it was time to come back home....Rick would be wearing a Tux like he wore at our wedding....and I'd melt into the Limo seat for the trip home.

Now....I need a nap....that was a very fun trip....but now....I get tired a little quicker than I did when I was 6 :)

Big Smiles,
Kelly

Famore Scissors and Seam Rip

Day Three of IHAN's 30 Day Anniversary Celebration!!!  

Meet Brint...aka "The Scissor Man" from Famore Cuttlery (Specialty Products).

This is me attempting to steal Brint's Apron. I told him at Spring Quilt Market that he should handcuff himself  to his apron because one day I was going to steal it. By Fall Quilt Market,  I had gathered enough moxy and just reached out and grabbed it....unfortunately he had more help so he won....this round. (Trust me....I may have lost that battle....but I'm not down for the count....I can float like a butterfly and sting like a bee....I'm Kelly Ali)

Fortunately for me, both Brint and Michaelann, understand I have a thing for scissors and they are very forgiving. I call his apron "Scissor Porn." (They both agreed not to press charges if I were to seek help for my Porn Addiction...but I just have not found the appropriate group...anyone know of any resources for this type of recovery?") (Another Lie)

These are the Fine Point 4 1/2 " Scissors by Famore Cuttlery.  They are wonderful scissors.  The tips are fine and sharp so they are great for detail work, applique, and "un-sewing." 

 

                                             

With Sandy's permission I am publishing her unsolicited comment:

Hi Kelly,

I had my side of the family Christmas brunch yesterday and gave the nifty little scissors. My sister , the expert quilter of the family, gave them the once over when she opened them.When she got home she tried them out on a purse she had made and called raving about how great they were. IF they passed her test we scored.

Thank You again , Kelly
Always,
Sandy Johnson

I get this response from may customers who buy these scissors.  The Quality and Price can't be beat!!!

This baby is my most favorite seam rip of all time. The Famore Seam Ripper 5 1/2in comes with 3 replacement blades. Not 1, not 2, but 3 replacement blades!!! I have yet to replace a blade and I use mine for everything. I know some folks are afraid of the surgical steel blade....why? They use rotary cutters Right? Just give it the proper respect and mindful use and it is just as safe as a rotary cutter.  Price and Value....again....can't be beat!!

So, you probably want to know how you can win these Scissors and Seam Rip (Excellent Porn) right?  You need to leave a comment (no-reply bloggers won't be counted) telling me why you think you should have these scissors.  I want some real honesty here....not just because "I" say they are great.  I already know they ROCK....I want to hear why they sound interesting to you personally.

There have been some updates to the Anniversary Celebration (rules and regs. so to speak) so please check here for updates :)

Naughty Smiles,
Kelly
 

These Irish Eyes Are Smilin

Top of the Day to Ya!!!

Green Beer Smiles,

Kelly

Lets Spread The Word!!! Giveaways For A MONTH!!!

Let's tell everyone we know about these wonderful Giveaways.  Please post this button on your blog and link it to my blog.  Who wants to keep such a fun event a secret?  Show your friends the love....pass it around.

If that is not your thing....please just let others know by posting it to your blog or perhaps at a guild meeting. 

Also, I do want everyone who leaves a comment to have a chance at winning.  So please check the comments for your posts.  If you see you are a no-reply blogger.....fix it quick so you can be contacted if you win.  I can't find a no-reply person.  Hate to rehash a very old subject....but if some of you are new to blogging you just might not know what I'm even talking about.

Smiles,

Kelly

Brewer Quilting and Sewing

How could anyone resist  Brewer's
Dupioni Silk? 

Brewer Quilting and Sewing is one of IHAN's distributors and they have generously given this "Silk Hearts Collection" for our Anniversary Celebration. 

I love Brewer's silks and when I go to Market I make sure I go to to their Silk School House Series.   These are photos I took from Spring Quilt Market 2009.

See what I mean.....Silk is not just for the rich and famous any more.  We can all indulge in its rich and delicious texture and bask in the incredible colors Brewer offers.  I feel like a stalker at Market.  Either I'm the first in their class or I'm dashing around looking for Brewers School House on Silks. 

If you are still breathing (if you are not....I can't think of a better way to go....and if you are just hanging on by one last little breath....

...these are some tantalizing accouterments that are not in the giveaway but I thought you just had to know about.

Hearts by Sarah Vedeler Designs 

Silk Hearts Collection by Aurifil Threads

See what I mean about still breathing?  My heart rate has gone up just looking at these photos.  I better get a lawyer and fast. (if you are from OH ...just think Elk & Elk ROFL)

Sarah Vedeler Designs work wonderfully with Brewer's Silks.  I am not responsible for what happens to you if you click on the Sarah Vedeler Designs link.  You may be blown away.....be sure you are sitting on a chair with wheels....I was....now I'm in the next room!!!  Don't miss the free download of her pattern!!!!!

All you have to do to win this incredible "Silk Hearts Collection" is leave a  comment saying what you will use the silk for if you win.   (I just want it....does not work...sorry)

For more entries, send photos of your silk projects to IWantToWinAtIHAN@yahoo.com  along with a little description of your project and a little about yourself.

Silky Smiles,

Kelly

PS...click here to read all the ways you can get entries for this months giveaways.  Especially if you are a no-reply blogger :(

No-Reply Bloggers Alert and More

You might want to check the comments you have been leaving.  If you are a no-reply blogger.....guess what?  You can't win because I don't know who you are to leave you a comment about winning.  So in order to win a great prize please follow the instructions below:

Here is how to do it if you don't know how:

•first, go to your blogger dashboard
•near your picture or logo on the left, click "Edit Profile"
•go to the first section labeled "Privacy"
•in this section, the third line down should say "Show Email Address"
•make sure the IS a Check Mark in the "Show Email Address"
•if you don't have an email address listed, you can fill it in in the "Identity" section
•The MOST IMPORTANT part when you finish, is to go to the bottom of the page and click "Save Profile" on the bottom left side. If you do not click save it won't work.

Also....if you want to win the prize you need to answer the question, yesterdays question was, Why do you want to win these DVD's.  I honestly want to know why so please include that in your comments :)

Good Luck to everyone!!!

Smiles,
Kelly

Patsy Thompson Designs

Welcome to the month long "I Have A Notion" Anniversary Celebration!!!  Let the party begin........



Come on .....Lets Shake our Tail Feathers!!!!   Who better to shake our feathers with than Patsy Thompson of Patsy Thompson Designs, right?

(Hi Patsy:)

Have you ever wanted to learn or improve your machine quilting?  Let Patsy show you how she creates beautiful award winning quilts with her DVD's.  She has graciously offered the following three sets of DVD's for the IHAN Anniversary Month Long Giveaway!!!

We all know it takes practice, practice, practice.....however if you are anything like me I could practice until the cows come home and make little progress.  But with some instruction from a talented instructor...I can make progress much faster.  (Don't believe me?  Just ask Mary Jane!!)  

Isn't this absolutely beautiful? 

Wow....now that is a "tail feather" LOL

This is a lovely use of fun threads and you could learn from an expert how she makes these gorgeous designs.

It might be difficult to see the quilting in this photo but if you click here you will see it beautifully.

New this Spring, Patsy has a  2 disk set coming out based on feathered border designs and a Feathers book.  So we have more fun to look forward to :)

Patsy offers free (we love free) downloads and a Power Quilter Certificate!!  She also has a lovely on-line shop to purchase more of her DVD's and recommended notions. 

Speaking of notions, Patsy honestly has the very best video on her site about the Bendable Bright Light.  She makes taping a video look so easy.....trust me....it is not.  I drop things....my voice sounds funny....her video ROCKS and it shows you exactly what I've been saying about it.....I don't think there is a stitcher alive that would not love a Bendable Bright Light. (if you find one....you've moved a grave stone and that is against the law!!!)

On to the Giveaway.....you can win the above DVD's by leaving a comment on this post about why you would like to have one of Patsy's Free Motion Feather's DVD's. 

Want more entries?  Click here to find out how you can get lots more entries for each of the days between today and April 15th when the Giveaways end.

There will be three winners, one for each of Patsy's DVD's and the winners will be announced on April 16th, 2010.  This will give everyone plenty of time to read through the post/posts and be thoughtful about their replies. 

Tail Feather Smiles,

Kelly

FYI-All of the posts for the coming month have been written by Kelly Jackson.  They are all my own words and thoughts.  Having this giveaway is my way of saying Thank You to all of you and the wonderful people who so generously donated these items.  How better to celebrate?  I get to tell all of you about wonderful products and you have a chance to win some really incredible things!!!  Now that is what I call a Party!!! 

(a special note to all my friends out there....if you see I've made a mistake....let me know, thanks :)