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Aurifil Blog Hop Redux

July 6, 2011 on 6:16 am | In Chat | 160 Comments

Welcome to Part 2 of the Aurifil Blog Hop. Remember in February when 9 bloggers each made a quilt block while learning all about Aurifil thread?

Well, now it’s time to set all the blocks into a little quilt and Pat wants your help. All week long (July 5th – July 9th) she’ll be presenting you with options and asking you to leave a comment indicating which settings/color options you prefer. Leave Pat a comment, and in return, you’ll have a chance to win one of Pat’s 40 wt. Aurifil Thread Kits — a super nice prize!

Aaannnnddddd, if you leave a comment here, I’ll have a drawing for an Aurifil Sampler Pack.

Plus, a little kit of Divine Twine and some bitty scissors, just like I gave away last week.

So. You know what you have to do. Have fun!

XOXO,
Anna

160 Comments

Now aren’t those the cutest little packages you have to give away…thank you!! Your block is just too cute!

Comment by Shirley in Canada — July 6, 2011 #
Would love to win the thread. Made the blocks . now must put them together.

Comment by Frances — July 6, 2011 #
I absolutely love Aurifil thread! The first time I used it I was for something I was appliquing. It worked so well that I was hooked. Thanks for the chance to win the thread — a girl can never have too much thread!!

Comment by Donna — July 6, 2011 #
Beautiful block!

Comment by Montse — July 6, 2011 #
Aurifil thread just makes my sewing machine hum!

Comment by Angie — July 6, 2011 #
I love Aurifil Thread! The blocks look great set on point. Love the colors!

Comment by Debi Frost — July 6, 2011 #
I love Aurifil thread. Your block is very happy! Keep on blogging!

Comment by Kathy DeStadio — July 6, 2011 #
Pinwheels are one of my favorite blocks – I love the challenge of getting all the points correct in the center. I have never tried Aurifil thread – no opportunity to buy it yet. But I will look for it on my next fabric run.

Comment by Martha — July 6, 2011 #
I love the bright cheerful colours of your block!

Comment by May — July 6, 2011 #
Love your block still. :) I would go to Pat’s blog but it’s so busy and confusing that I get distracted and never leave a comment! lol Glad you had a happy 4th! It rained here, which meant that I could stay in and do nothing. Bliss. :)

Comment by Karin — July 6, 2011 #
Pretty little pinwheels! Thanks for the chance to win.

Comment by jennyy — July 6, 2011 #
That pinwheel block is so sweet. And what a lovely giveaway. Where did you find those old fashioned clothespins?? :)

Comment by Annik — July 6, 2011 #
I love aurifil threads!!!

Comment by Upstatelisa — July 6, 2011 #
That’s a delightful block. I can see a wonderful baby quilt in there too!

Comment by Patricia Hersl — July 6, 2011 #
Lovely block there. Those threads and scissors are a nice giveaway. Thank you for sharing.

Comment by Mystica — July 6, 2011 #
Love pinwheels, they look so pretty in the colours you have chosen!!

Comment by Marie — July 6, 2011 #
What wonderful prizes you have chosen. You did a wonderful job on that block. I love adding stitching into blocks, it adds such a special touch!

Comment by Marcia K — July 6, 2011 #
I am enjoying watching the quilt evolve. I’ve never seen a quilt designed by an internet vote before. Should be interesting.

Comment by DebrafromMD — July 6, 2011 #
love the little package of twine and of course there is nothing better than Aurifil thread.

Comment by Alberta in N GA — July 6, 2011 #
Those really are the cutest little packages!!

Comment by CaraQuilts — July 6, 2011 #
The pinwheels made the cutest baby blanket. Fast and easy! Love the thread collection.

Comment by Susan O — July 6, 2011 #
Your little twine package is so cute!

Comment by Vicki W — July 6, 2011 #
Would love to win the “giveaways”! Aurifil 50wt has been the only thread I’ve used for 5 years. Have never been able to find any of the other weights, and I would LOVE to try them! Your divine twine would just be the icing on the cake!

Comment by Sandie — July 6, 2011 #
I would just love to try aurifil thread.

Comment by Christine — July 6, 2011 #
This is fun! I just started using Aurifil and love it! But all I’ve bought so far are boring white, cream and grey so a little colorful Aurifil sampler would be great!

Comment by Janet — July 6, 2011 #
I’ve never used Aurifil thread but from all the review, I think I should! Thanks for the chance to win some.

Comment by Annmarie — July 6, 2011 #
What a generous gifty! I’ve used Aurifil for piecing for a couple of years. It’s the best!

Comment by Eileen — July 6, 2011 #
I’ve never used Aurifil thread but would love to give it a try! The colors and design in your block are so happy! Lovely blog.

Comment by Jan — July 6, 2011 #
I love pinwheels and your block makes the most of them. Thanks for the giveaway. Kathie L in Allentown

Comment by Kathie L — July 6, 2011 #
Those little pinwheels are adorable and I especially like your different center block. :) Thanks for the giveaway — I love Aurifil thread!

Comment by Alli — July 6, 2011 #
I love your little pinwheels! Would love to use those Aurifil threads,too.

Comment by Estie — July 6, 2011 #
Pat always has such fun parties. Thanks for the giveaway. I’ve never used Aurifil thread before.

Comment by Jocelyn — July 6, 2011 #
Love those pinwheels!

Comment by Kris — July 6, 2011 #
Enter me in the drawing. I like pinwheels and aurifil thread.

Comment by Martha Brach — July 6, 2011 #
Oh please count me in. Now what did you dip those strawberries in? I have got to remember that one for next year!

Comment by Teresa — July 6, 2011 #
I love your block, great seeing those pinwheels again. Fun giveaway!

Comment by Janis T — July 6, 2011 #
I love this thread! I’m so envious of your new kitchen, my 40+ year old kitchen so needs to be remodeled.

Comment by Anita — July 6, 2011 #
Of course I remember your block! I love it – esp the pretty little stitchery in the middle. I’ve never used Aurifil, but I’d love to give it a try! ;)

Comment by Kristyne — July 6, 2011 #
I’ve been loving Aurifil for piecing and applique! So smooth and no lint. I love the colorful twine – I’ve never seen it before – what do you use it for?

Comment by Lisa — July 6, 2011 #
I’ve just learned of the redux hop and am now playing catchup. Thankfully it’s only a few days I need to do that with. I love the block here and I have seen so many others commenting about that Twine that I’ve had it on my own wish list for a long time now. I love the look of that twine. So pretty but simple at the same time.

Comment by VickiT — July 6, 2011 #
I want to try some Aurifil thread so bad. But, I can’t see paying for shipping as the stuff (any quilting stuff) is expensive. The local quilt shop doesn’t carry them. I think I may take a trip north to a quilt shop there and see if they carry them.

Comment by Lee Ann L. — July 6, 2011 #
I love your embroidery; it’s so cheery and bright. And those little clothes pegs with the twine and scissors are too cute. Oh and did I mention how I would love to win that Aurofil thread. What a great giveaway!!!

Comment by Bonnie — July 6, 2011 #
I’m getting back to my creative self. What fun!

Comment by Melinda — July 6, 2011 #
Love these blog hops :) Great give away. Thanks

Comment by Julie Averill — July 6, 2011 #
I am loving this blog hop. What fun. And the opportunity to win some great thread! What could be better?

Comment by Karen — July 6, 2011 #
love your setting. how about some buttons in the center of the pinwheels????
LOVE auriful thread!!!

Comment by JoAn GODFREY — July 6, 2011 #
Your block is so cute, as is the whole project.
I would love to have some more Aurifil! Thanks.

Comment by Karen M — July 6, 2011 #
I started using Aurifil last year and just love it! I won’t use anything else dor piecing. I wish they would come out with pre-filled bobbins…..

Comment by LizA. — July 6, 2011 #
Gorgeous block, Anna! So fresh and gives you the feeling of spring! :-)

Comment by May Kristin — July 6, 2011 #
Love the pinwheels! And I really love aurifil thread. Thanks!

Comment by Mary Ann — July 6, 2011 #
I loved making your block even the tiny embroidery was fun. Can’t wait to see your blocks all together. Would love a pair of those sissors.

Comment by Gale Lavers — July 6, 2011 #
Love these Aurifil threads!
Thanks for sharing!

Comment by Linda — July 6, 2011 #
What a fun block..I have not used Aurifil threads. Would love to try some..Such cute giveaways….

Comment by Maxine — July 6, 2011 #
I’ve only recenty started using aurifil thread, and must say I really love it.

Comment by KADE — July 6, 2011 #
This Blog Hop has been so much fun. I can’t wait to see the final quilt. Take care and God bless, Cory

Comment by Cory — July 6, 2011 #
Super cute! I can’t wait to see how it turns out. And I would love to try Aurifil thread. Thanks.

Comment by Maryellen — July 6, 2011 #
wow great block…great thread

Comment by Teddi Munslow — July 6, 2011 #
I love pinwheels. Your block is wonderful! Thanks for the giveaway!

Comment by Sallie — July 6, 2011 #
I have never used Aurifil thread but must try it as everybody seems to love it. And I love you little block too ;).

Comment by Vreni — July 6, 2011 #
I have never used Aurifil thread but would love to try it. I love the block too! It’s nostaglic looking.

Comment by Linda Earnest — July 6, 2011 #
love your pinwheel block. I love aurifil thread but haven’t tried the heavier weight ones

Comment by Pat Bandura — July 6, 2011 #
Oh cuuuute! I’ve never even seen Aurifil thread in a store here. Would love to try it!

Comment by Rachel — July 6, 2011 #
The colors are just right for your block. Pinwheels are fun. Thanks for a chance to win.
Cindy W.

Comment by Cindy W. — July 6, 2011 #
I love your block. I’ve just started using Aurafil thread for piecing and I really like it. I would love to win more.:-)

Comment by Cecilia Y. — July 6, 2011 #
Really like your block & have been wanting to try Aurifil thread for the longest time!

Comment by Belinda — July 6, 2011 #
LOVE THESE THREADS!
ENTER ME PLEASE!
THANKS FOR SHARING!

Comment by Linda — July 6, 2011 #
Having fun with this hop! Your little stitchery is sweet. thanks for the giveaway

Comment by Barb Colvin — July 6, 2011 #
I love Aurefil thread and would be so happy to win some! I learned about this thread from Edyta Sitar. It is great stuff. Thank you for the giveaway!

Comment by Lillian V — July 6, 2011 #
Love your giveaway. Thanks.

Comment by Penny g — July 6, 2011 #
I love your block! Did you do the empbroidery by hand or machine? It is delightful. What a cleaver idea to mix piecing and embroidery.

Comment by Nancy — July 6, 2011 #
That twine looks gorgeous, I can think of lots of uses! The thread would be fantastic to try too – thanks for the chance to win.

Comment by Mary — July 6, 2011 #
I love your pinwheels block! I’ve never used Aurifil thread as I’m a fairly new quilter, but I’d love to try it. I’ve only heard great things about it.

Comment by Kim — July 6, 2011 #
Ooh….me…me….pick me!!!

Sorry – not very subtle. Having never used Aurifil thread I would love to get chance to try it out, so please can I play?

xxx

Comment by Lesley — July 6, 2011 #
Cute block! Thanks for the fun giveaway-I would love to try the Aurifil thread and I need the Divine Twine!!!

Comment by Becky S — July 6, 2011 #
You made a very cute block combining stitchery and piecing. Thanks for a chance to win some Aurifil Thread and other goodies.

Comment by Mary C in WA — July 6, 2011 #
What cute scissors you have there. Pretty scissors seem to be a weakness of mine as I continually tell myself that I NEED to have the newest, cutest, most special scissors, regardless of whether or not I really have enough already. I’d always love to win another pair though (smile).

Comment by Jennifer Padden — July 6, 2011 #
I liked your block the first time I saw it and really like it now that the quilt is coming together. I voted for yellow and the decision was pink. So, let’s see for day two what the decision will be. Thanks for the prize giveaway too.

Comment by MarciaW — July 6, 2011 #
I love Aurifil thread. I use for both piecing and quilting. ;0

Comment by ina — July 6, 2011 #
Hi Anna,

I have been spending time in my sewing room and it has been SEW nice. I hope to blog about a couple projects soon. Keep cool,

Anne

Comment by Anne — July 6, 2011 #
think of the postage you would save if you just slipped that little package in with Melissa’s win?!?

i’m trying to make your life easier, Anna – seriously, i’m only commenting for your own benefit … are you buying any of this?

Comment by dianne — July 6, 2011 #
Wow! Thanks for the giveaway. Those scissors are just so cute! I like your block, too.

Comment by Linda in PA — July 6, 2011 #
Thread, twine and new scissors? Those are a few of my favorite things!

Comment by Marsha — July 6, 2011 #
Your block is still my favorite out of the bunch!

Comment by Jen — July 6, 2011 #
Hi Anna,

Very cute & summery block. Great job! The Aurifil Giveaway! I’m so excited…I’ve been leaving comments yon & hither. Maybe I’ll be a winner in one of them!
Thanks for your generosity.

Comment by GG — July 6, 2011 #
I am crazy for Aurifil thread!!! I love to piece with it…my blocks lay so nice and flat!

Comment by Cheryl — July 6, 2011 #
Wow! The Aurifil thread kit looks awesome! It must be the special container they are all snuggled up in!

Love the fabrics in the block! I used some in a Miss Rosi pattern and enjoyed how it turned out.

Comment by Sharrieboberry — July 6, 2011 #
Hi Anna,
How is your summer going? I am off to a slow start but I need to get moving on a new quilt project.
This is a fun giveaway-I have not used Aurifil thread but have heard good things about it.
Thanks for the chance to win such a nice prize.
Regards,
Anna

Comment by Anna — July 6, 2011 #
I’m really enjoying watching the blocks come together on Pat’s blog. They work so well! Fun giveaway and blog hop :)

Comment by Kate — July 6, 2011 #
Always love pinwheels! I am becoming addicted to Aurifil. Wouldn’t winning be wonderful!
Jean

Comment by Jean Etheridge — July 6, 2011 #
I love the strawberries you made, hope you had a great 4th.

Comment by Pam Guerrette — July 6, 2011 #
What cute blocks and what a great litlle prize!

Comment by Kelly C — July 6, 2011 #
Thanks for the chance at some great thread etc!

Comment by Mary on Lake Pulaski — July 6, 2011 #
I love Aurifil thread! Your block has such a light & airy look to it. I love it.

Comment by Beth — July 6, 2011 #
I love your block! Sooo cute and summer-y!

Comment by Barbara Huston — July 6, 2011 #
I luv your pinwheel block and the embroidery is just perfect….gorgeous colors….luv the mix of embroidery in a quilt…..sweet giveaway, my fingers are crossed!!

Comment by Pauline F — July 6, 2011 #
darling block anna.
you’re still amazing, after all these years.
(sounds like a song. pretend i sung it to you.)

Comment by brigita — July 6, 2011 #
I’m looking forward to seeing some innovative settings for these lovely, imaginative blocks.

Yours still makes me smile every time I see it — it’s so pretty and happy!

Comment by Pat V. — July 6, 2011 #
yes, great block! the pinwheels do set off the embrodery. btw, love your usse of clothes pins as bobbins! great idea,

Comment by Rita Goshorn — July 6, 2011 #
Such a cute package…even as simple as that makes my mouth water…been dying to get my hands on those Aurifil threads….when would I get my chance… :)?

Comment by Leena — July 7, 2011 #
Love that thread, and I can’t resist the itty bitty scissors and any colors of divine twine!

Comment by Michelle — July 7, 2011 #
Absolutely love that thread! Would really appreciate a collection to have on hand…

Comment by lori — July 7, 2011 #
Oh, I love your banner thimbles. Thread is lovely, too. Thank you for the giveaway.
http://www.KdQuilts.com

Comment by ~Kd — July 7, 2011 #
Love the prizes. The clothespins are so cute. Would love to try the thread.

Comment by Debbie Gallett — July 7, 2011 #
pinwheels are awesome…love the colors!! love that thread!!!!!!! love your BLOG!!!!!

Comment by deb — July 7, 2011 #
Oh I see everyone wants her thread. I will have my fingers crossed xoxo

Comment by clarice — July 7, 2011 #
I’ve never used Aurifil. I guess that’s something else I need to put on my list.

Comment by Elaine/MuddlingThrough — July 7, 2011 #
What a nice giveaway – thanks!

Comment by Nancy B from Many LA — July 7, 2011 #
Fun blog hop! Thanks for a chance to win your great prizes.

Comment by Janet — July 7, 2011 #
Love your block. thanks for a chance to win. What a cute idea wrapping the twine around clothes pins. I have some of the red but have not seen the other colors.

Comment by Carrie P. — July 7, 2011 #
Like the pinwheels, twine and scissors.

Comment by Maureen — July 7, 2011 #
cute block,,, but I want the strawberried, they look so good

Comment by Bonnie — July 7, 2011 #
Nice block, and thanks for the goodies.
I’m known as bitty (more like nasty old bitty) so bitty scissors would be nice.

Comment by ShannonW — July 7, 2011 #
Love the pinwheels – very fresh. Love Aurifil thread, too – and the divine twine is just, well, divine. But what really caught my eye were those litte scissors. Maybe this time Mr. Generator will choose me. : )

Comment by Brenda — July 7, 2011 #
I love your block and the embroidery in the center is just too cute!

Comment by Marie — July 7, 2011 #
Thanks for the chance to win Aurifil thread. It’s my favorite.

Comment by Patty — July 7, 2011 #
Enter me, please! A beginner and I have been trying to figure out what thread to use for machine piecing… sounds like Aurifil is good for everything. Adorable scissors too!!

Comment by Sarabeth — July 7, 2011 #
Gorgeous! Thanks for sharing all the patterns with us!! And what beautiful fabrics!!

Comment by Karin — July 7, 2011 #
Following this blog has been such fun. Thanks for a chance to win!

Comment by CathyC in Alberta — July 7, 2011 #
Thanks for the chance to win the thread and twine. How fun

Comment by Kristin M — July 7, 2011 #
you KNOW i have to leave a comment when you have a contest!

Comment by Kristy — July 7, 2011 #
Thanks for the opportunity to win aurifil thread. I have seen Pat’s blog utilizing aurifil on her quilts. I hope to try it out soon…the spools of thread are always so colorful!

Comment by Nancy Stahl — July 7, 2011 #
anna, thanks for including me in this giveaway!
love the divine twine & cute little scissors!

Comment by linda noblog — July 7, 2011 #
I love the your block and the colors you used. Thanks for a chance to win!

Comment by Evelene Sterling — July 8, 2011 #
Your block is so pretty, Anna, especially with the embroidery in the middle. I love the little Divine Twine/scissor kit.

Comment by Stacy — July 8, 2011 #
Lovely pinwheel Anna. I’ve never tried aurifil thread, would love a chance to win some. Take care.

Comment by Dorian — July 8, 2011 #
Nice pinwheel block!

Comment by robin — July 8, 2011 #
Thanks for letting me play! I love your block and I love Aurifil!

Comment by Diane W — July 8, 2011 #
I love Aurifil thread! Thank you for giving us the opportunity to win!

Comment by Del — July 8, 2011 #
Cute block–although we missed spring altogether here! Overshot the end of this post and saw your strawberries–fabulously fun! Thanks for the giveaway opportunity!

Comment by Donna~~ — July 8, 2011 #
Lovely giveaway! I’ve really got to try aurifil thread — seems like everyone raves about it.

Comment by Lisa Marie — July 8, 2011 #
AFvJv1 I read online (computer problems) positive feedback about your resource. Didnt even believe it, and now saw myself. It turned out that I was not fooled.

Comment by Treadmills for Sale — July 8, 2011 #
Can never have too much Aurifil thread. Fingers crossed.

Comment by Four dogs and one quilter — July 8, 2011 #
You all came up with such beautiful and individual block designs. Compliments on your block design; it’s gorgeous.

Comment by Joanna — July 8, 2011 #
I love Aurifil!

Comment by Deserae Fiedler — July 8, 2011 #
Love the striped fabric in the block you made! Thanks for the chance to win :)

Comment by Steph — July 8, 2011 #
Thanks for the chance to win your giveaway. I don’t know what Divine Twine is, but I love Aurifil Thread and I love scissor’s.
PS: I love your block too!

Comment by Gwen — July 8, 2011 #
I love Aurifil thread! I would love to win some. And your block is super cute!

Comment by Sarina — July 8, 2011 #
I love your block. Thanks for sharing, it gave me a lot of ideas. Would also love to win the thread – a little something to help me put those ideas in fabric. Thanks for the opportunity.

Comment by Barbara Young — July 8, 2011 #
thanks for a chance Anna! would love a special delivery from you!

Comment by jenny — July 8, 2011 #
So cool – what a great giveaway!

Comment by Janis — July 8, 2011 #
Hi Anna, would love to win the thread. Your block is awesome.

Comment by Marlene — July 8, 2011 #
Dying to try some Aurifil here in Sydney…. very allusive. Great giveaway

Comment by Salley — July 8, 2011 #
What a fun way to learn about Aurifil threads! Thanks for the chance of a giveaway.

Comment by Meredithe — July 8, 2011 #
Would love to win. I love Aurifil thread.

Comment by Sherrell — July 8, 2011 #
All I know is that all threads are NOT created equal. I learned that while FM quilting my grandbaby’s quilt. I’d love a chance at some new threads.

Comment by Jody — July 8, 2011 #
Ooooo . . . pick me, pick me! :) Those are so pretty!

Comment by Annalea — July 8, 2011 #
Please count me in…Aurfil is my favorite thread.

Comment by joyce — July 9, 2011 #
Pinwheels have to be my favorite block!! The gift packages are so sweet – count me in!! Thanks!

Comment by Mimi — July 9, 2011 #
I have never tried Aurfil threads – this would be awesome to win!! Thank you!

Comment by Hanna — July 9, 2011 #
the twin is really cute :) and would love the thread – thanks for a chance to win – laurie

Comment by Laurie — July 9, 2011 #
Love your block! The embroidery along with the pinwheels is awesome.

Comment by tracy — July 9, 2011 #
absolutely sweet little scissors…love that Aurifil too. Thank you for the chance to win them. :D

Comment by Debie S. — July 9, 2011 #
Aurifil thread is the best! I love it and so does my machine. Thanks for a chance to win.

Comment by Anne Marie — July 9, 2011 #
Love the pinwheel block with the embroidery. One of my favorites.

Comment by Dell — July 9, 2011 #
Who would have imagined I would dream of trying new thread? Quilting does strange things to a girl…

Thanks for the chance to enter.

Comment by Beth T. — July 10, 2011 #
I use the boring colors for piecing; I’d love to try the fun colors!

Comment by Sylvia — July 10, 2011 #
I would love to win some Aurifil thread. I have only known about it for a short time but LOVE it! Thanks!

Comment by Margaret Mead — July 10, 2011 #
what IS the buz all about aurifil right now? I’d love to try it!!

Comment by Penny — July 10, 2011 #
I love sewing with aurifil thread. I probably have some on my sewing machine at this very moment. Unfortunately, I’m still trying to finish up construction in my house. I’m hoping to get to sewing on Candice’s baby quilt soon since he is due to arrive on July 18. I do have the fabric calling my name. I hope your construction is going well. I want to see pictures!

Comment by kim — July 10, 2011 #
Asside from Pat being amazing, the scissor are soo cute & Thank you for the chance to win this amazing thread! **Fingers Crossed**

Comment by Lindsi — July 12, 2011 #