Hello, and a hearty welcome to any new visitors who may have been pointed in this direction by the Sew Mama Sew list!
To celebrate my 110th post, and as part of Giveaway Day 2008, I'm happy to host my own little giveaway today. And, to sweeten the pot, I'll be selecting not one, but TWO winners today!


The second is a larger tote bag made from a jelly roll of the Swell line of fabrics. The pattern is the Jelly Bag pattern by Bunny Hill Designs.



In keeping with Giveaway Day guidelines, entries will only be open today and I'll be picking a winner either later tonight or first thing Thursday morning. Well, because the list of giveaways is so long, the people at SMS have suggested that we keep entries open for a few days to give people a fighting chance of visiting all of the blogs. So, I'll be picking a winner later on this week ... say, Friday evening or Saturday morning? So keep those comments coming!
To celebrate my 110th post, and as part of Giveaway Day 2008, I'm happy to host my own little giveaway today. And, to sweeten the pot, I'll be selecting not one, but TWO winners today!
The loot, you ask?
Each winner will receive one of my homemade bags.
Each winner will receive one of my homemade bags.
The first is another drawstring bag from the Amy Butler In Town Bags pattern, made from some of my favorite Flutterby fabric.
The second is a larger tote bag made from a jelly roll of the Swell line of fabrics. The pattern is the Jelly Bag pattern by Bunny Hill Designs.
This one's not quite done yet ...but don't worry, those metal clips will come off before I package it up. : )
They're not perfect, but hey -- they're made with love for my blog readers. (I never claimed to be a bag maker, and every time I try it, I swear it's the last). Oh, and I'm sure some other little goodies will make their way into these bags before they're sent out.
Now I'm sure you want to know how to win. You know the drill. Leave me a comment on this post -- nothing specific ... I'm too tired to try and think of something clever -- and I'll do the random number generator thingy. If you have a preference on which bag you'd prefer, let me know in your comment. I'll try to accommodate requests once the two winners are selected.
Good luck ... and happy Giveaway Day!
P.S. In your Giveaway travels today, be sure to stop by the Twiddletails blog and say "hi" to Anina. She didn't make it in time for the SMS list, but is hosting a giveaway of her own. Well, looks like she did, in fact, make the cut!
EDITED 12/5: I just received my 381st post (say what??!) and I am officially closing the comments to pick the winners. Stay tuned for the announcement!
EDITED 12/5: I just received my 381st post (say what??!) and I am officially closing the comments to pick the winners. Stay tuned for the announcement!
Oh please pick me pick me! I'd love to win a bag, especially the top one which I ADORE!!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on your 110th.
ReplyDeleteLove both bags especially the second one. Please throw me into the post.
Drop over to my blog as I'm in the Giveaway too.
They look great! I like the top one best of all. Just my kind of colours!
ReplyDeleteHey, it's not the 3rd over here yet! Love the bags though!
ReplyDeleteThe bags look great to me. I also loved the kids Christmas Photo's too!
ReplyDeleteWould love to win the second bag. Thank you for the giveaway.
ReplyDeletejoycee2561 at yahoo dot com
The bags look great! I really love the second one. Congrats on 110 posts!
ReplyDeleteIt would be great to win a little bag/tote.They are so lovely ans so useful.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chance to win.
ullafrussedo
Hi, John-
ReplyDeleteHappy 110th post!
I think both bags are great and would love to win either one of them:)
Marilyn
Congrats on the copious quantities of posts - blogs are fun, huh?
ReplyDeleteMan, I love Tula - everything she does is right up my alley! The bag is super cute! :)
Two bags! They both look great! Congrats on the post tally - it's amazing how fast they add up :)
ReplyDeletePlease count me in on this giveaway! And congrats on your 110th post!
ReplyDeleteI would love yo win either bag, they both looks great!
Congratulations for your 110th post!
ReplyDeleteI love your bags and everything you sew.
Please pick me. ;)
Love from France
Sylvie
oh John I would love to win one your bags
ReplyDeleteso please enter me in your draw
hug
Beth
Hi John, please count me in for your giveaway! The bags look great but I especially love the Moda swell one!!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on your 110th post John. I really enjoy your blog and have been reading for a while. Looove the bags - especially the second one. Simply scrummy fabrics.
ReplyDeleteI love the flutterby bag!!!
ReplyDeleteThe second bag has such a gorgeous mix of fabrics. You're doing pretty well for someone who isn't a bag makier!!
ReplyDeleteHi John,
ReplyDeleteSuper cute bags. Happy 110th, keep the quilting and posting coming :)
Sarah
me me me - my hands up in the air, I'm sat very politely, smiling so sweetly!!!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your blog - love the bags!
ReplyDeletethose are adorable, I would LOVE one... thanks for the giveaway! and congrats on 110 posts!
ReplyDeletewow sooo cute!! sign me up to win!!
ReplyDeleteooo amazing bags!! sign me up!!
ReplyDeleteglittergurl04(at)hotmail(dot)com
Even though you profess not to be a bag maker they are great! I love the first one the colors sing to me!
ReplyDeleteHi John, would love to win one of your bags. . .but that's not why I read your blog!
ReplyDeleteIn peace & pieces,
Love the bags. My favorite is the Flutterby. Please count me in.congrats on your blogger milestone.
ReplyDeleteI love the bags, especially the fabric choice in the drawstring one.
ReplyDeleteHello from Italy :)
ReplyDeleteBoth bags are fantastic.
P.S. Congrats on your 110th.
I'm just amazed a guy makes such stunning bags as you do! Pick me!!!
ReplyDeletelove the bags,any one would be great
ReplyDeletetrixandeli@hotmail.com
Lovely bags. I would love to participate!
ReplyDeleteOh please please please pick me!!! (Shameless begging!) I love the bags, especially the first one!!
ReplyDeleteCute bags. I love the first one.
ReplyDeleteAdmirable late night sewing.
I'll take handmade over perfect any day!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on your 110th post Quilt Dad! Your tote bags are so cute!
ReplyDeleteHave a happy holiday!
I love the red one. They are both gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteI love Amy Butler material and what ever the material is use for turns out so cute. I would love to win either one.
ReplyDeleteI love the Amy Butler bag. Please count me in the giveaway
ReplyDeleteI love both the bags, if I HAD to choose, it would probably be the first one.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful bags! I like the jelly roll bag.
ReplyDeleteTHe bags look great! I am a fan of the Swell one my self.;)
ReplyDeleteBoth beautiful! I'm crossing my fingers...
ReplyDeleteThey are both gorgeous! Yay for you!
ReplyDeleteHi, your blog was pointed out to me by another blogger. Not many men quilt so I came over to check it out today. LOL, just happens you're having a give-away. Love the idea with the second purse using jelly rolls (I've often wondered how people use those up).
ReplyDeleteI'll come back and have a good browse when I get the time. Love the pictures of your smiling kids.
Wow, your bags are both gorgeous, but I like the first one a tiny bit better! What a generous giveaway!
ReplyDeleteI love the colors and design in the first one, especially!
ReplyDeleteWow, those are gorgeous! I don't care which I would win, I love them both. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks, and Happy Holidays! (Oh, and come teach my husband how to do this, please!!!)
Hi...Wanted to be sure you were aware that I have another round of the 4 Seasons Quilt Swap in the signup process. It won't start until after the new year. More info is at www.fourseasonsquiltswap.blogsopt.com
ReplyDeleteMargaret
I'm too tired to think of a clever comment, either, but I am craving that red one!
ReplyDeleteOh, and congratulations on 110 posts!
Oooohh, I'd love either bag! Here's hoping that random number generator likes me!
ReplyDeleteAnd congrats on 110 posts!
Very cute bag! Hope I win, love Sew Mama Sew too!
ReplyDeletelove it! congrats on the milestone!
ReplyDeleteYou make a great bag!! Either one would be wonderful.
ReplyDeletewhat lovely bags! i would love to win...=)
ReplyDeleteThanks for not making me think of something clever... I'm fresh out.
ReplyDeleteLove the colors! Thanks for the Give-Away!
ReplyDeletei'm trying again...i'm hoping you're a winner today too. need to break that giveaway jinx! happy holidays!
ReplyDeleteVery cute. What a great gift these would make! Thanks.
ReplyDeletecongrats on 110!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful bags! :)
ReplyDeleteAwesome looking bags! I wouild be happy with either one of these! Please add my name to the pot, thanks, Debbie (Maine)
ReplyDeletecampmoxie@yahoo.com.au
Lovely blog! And of course your giveaway is great! I would love to be a winner of either bag, but if I had to choose a favorite it would be the second one ;)
ReplyDeleteAdorable bag and congrats on so many comments! :)
ReplyDeleteNice bags and they sure are appreciated!
ReplyDeleteI'm participating too in the Sew,Mama,Sew giveaway day. Go check my blog: http://infinitadiversidade.blogspot.com
i would be thrilled with either bag!
ReplyDeleteCute bags! I must admit, I'm partial to the Swell.
ReplyDeleteand i didn't even notice..your are practically my neighbor (i live in raleigh).
ReplyDeletecool i want to win. please. merry christmas!
ReplyDeleteWow...your bags are great! This is my first visit to your blog...and I'm impressed (I came over from Twiddledetails)! I'll be stopping by again!
ReplyDeleteyou are so creative!! i like the first one. Congrats on 110!
ReplyDeleteSuch cute bags - count me in!
ReplyDeleteltenhage@gmail.com
I love your bags!!
ReplyDeleteLove both bags and your blog! Thanks for the chance to win.
ReplyDeletethey are both lovely. thanks for the giveaway.
ReplyDeleteI love the first bag... So amazing!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous bags-both of them.
ReplyDeleteLove the bag with all the blues! Happy 110th post!
ReplyDeleteWell, you know what I want...*S*
ReplyDeleteOne (or two) of those Tarheel chocolates.
...yummmmmmm
Cute bags too.....
LOVE LOVE them!! The second one is my fav! Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteWhat great bags! I'm slowly teaching myself to sew and hopefully quilt and hope I'll be making bags like these soon.
ReplyDeleteTHEY ARE BOTH LOVELY! PLEASE ADD ME!
ReplyDeletelove that flutterby bag - so, so, SO cute!
ReplyDeleteI love them both! They are both adorable and of course they are made from Moda Fabrics... gotta love it! It is so good to see a guy sewing... not too many of you out there!
ReplyDeleteThe fun has arrived! I love the second bag (ok i love them both but the second one speaks to me :0)
ReplyDeleteLove the bags!
ReplyDeleteI love your first one! It shouts, "B"
ReplyDeleteWhat lucky winners you are going to have!
Very nice, John...I didn't know you made bags!
ReplyDeleteSign me up! If I am chosen as one of the lucky winners, I would like the 2nd bag (Swell fabric - jelly bag).
ReplyDeleteThanks! Fingers crossed!
Jen :)
I found your blog through twiddletails, I LOVE that you quilt! My husband always tells me he wants to make a quilt, and I hope you'll give him the inspiration to do it! Great blog and giveaway! ALlison
ReplyDeleteoh, I love those bags!!
ReplyDeletekamyrensmiles@hotmail.com
Please count me in! Love your work. Merry Christmas
ReplyDeleteBoth bags are really cute! I am going to have to start stopping by your blog!
ReplyDeleteshawnamariehenry at yahoo.com
Those bags are great! I hope I win!
ReplyDeleteHi John,
ReplyDeleteI think you are awesome! A quilter dad with two twin girls... how lucky are they?!!! Don't worry about the bags. What have you got to work toward, if you're perfect already? I love the one done in swell fabrics the best.
Why would you want to give up making bags? They look great
ReplyDeleteWonderful bags -- Thanks for the wonderful giveaway!!!
ReplyDeletecute cute cute I love those color combinations
ReplyDeleteWhat lovely bags! I'm so glad I found your blog!
ReplyDeleteYour bags rock. Please enter me in the giveaway. :)
ReplyDeleteknittingmomof3 (AT) gmail (DOT) com
I love these! Either is perfect, but I think I prefer the second!
ReplyDeleteThanks!!
anthonlm01(at)aol(dot)com
great bags, my oldest son loves his intown bag for his cars
ReplyDeleteLove the blue.
ReplyDeleteBut both are great!
Rane and kids
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iremembersleep@yahoo.com
I love those bags, so darn cute!
ReplyDeleteThese are lovely bags - I especially like the first one.
ReplyDeleteI love these!
ReplyDeleteI love the amy butler bag! I hope I win :)
ReplyDeleteThose bags are AWESOME!! I'm just so sure that I'll win, you might as well just package one up and send it on over! ;-)
ReplyDeleteCheers,
Dionne
lovely bags!
ReplyDeleteI love Give Away Day! It's my favoritest day EVER!
ReplyDeleteThose bags are ADORABLE! I'm such a bag addict anyway. This would just be a way to keep my partner from getting upset that I've bought yet another!
Oh I love love LOVE them both! I don't think I could choose a favorite - Surprise me when I win hehe!!
ReplyDeleteThe bags are wonderful!!
ReplyDeleteI love how cheerful the second one looks :)
ReplyDeletesuper neeto!
ReplyDeletelove the bags. Happy holidays!
ReplyDeleteI think those are so cute and it is really neat to meet a fellow lover of quilts.
ReplyDeleteLou
http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/watalulu
These are both fantastic! If I had to choose, I think I'd go for the bolder colors in the top one! Wow!
ReplyDeletejinglesells at gmail dot com
Wow - a quilting dad. Am so proud of you - these are totally cute. Thanks for participating and please count me in!
ReplyDeleteI love both bags and the flutterby fabric. And I love learning about a dad who quilts.
ReplyDeleteI love these bags. Awesome colors. Great give away. Please count me in!
ReplyDeleteI love both the bags and it is so good to see more men crafting- don't give up making those bags they are awesome!
ReplyDeleteThose bags are gorgeous! I love the summery blue one... great work.
ReplyDeleteLove the bags! Love your blog!
ReplyDeleteI am coveting your first bag. Thanks for including me in the giveaway.
ReplyDeleteYour bags are beautiful! Thanks for the giveaway.
ReplyDeleteI love the second bag. Very nice.
ReplyDeleteI can't believe I've never read your blog before! Now I've added it to my favs!
ReplyDeleteYour bags are super cute! Congrats on 110 posts! :D
ReplyDeleteHappy aniversary. I would like to win the top one!!!
ReplyDeleteThe bags are great!
ReplyDeleteHopefully the random number generator works in my favor :) Thanks for getting me hooked on the fabric website you linked to at the end of your post. The LAST thing I need is another fabric site to get addicted to!!!! I love following your blog. keep up the good work
ReplyDeleteJohn: You are an inspiration. I've noticed your quilt reference on other blogs - you are a busy man!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on your 110th post!
I love the greenish bag, its beautiful!
ReplyDeleteThe bags are beautiful!
ReplyDeletekcpearls at yahoo dot com
look at you, Mr. Bag Maker! Love 'em...want 'em!!!
ReplyDeleteHOLY Moses John, look at all the comments!! Ok, I'm in the pool too dude! Both bags are lovely, but I do really love the colors of that flutterby fabric *drool drool*
ReplyDeleteLovely bags! I especially like the second one!
ReplyDeleteSign me up! I like that first bag the best.
ReplyDeleteWhat cute bags! I like them both!
ReplyDeleteLove to see another Dad out there quilting and sewing! My Dad taught me how to sew and bought me my first machine. People give me a strange look when I tell them that my Dad taught me my "mad skillz".
ReplyDeleteLove your fab bags & your great choice of fabrics! Good luck!
Love those bags!! The first one is fabulous. (markusandemily@hotmail.com)
ReplyDeleteboth of your bags are just beautiful!
ReplyDeleteYou have a blog! I added you to my blogroll.
ReplyDeleteOH MY GOSH... this is too cute... I wanna win!!!
ReplyDelete:)
carol
Darling bags! I am especially fond of the second one!
ReplyDeletethose bags are great- some of my favorite fabrics! thanks for doing a giveaway!
ReplyDeleteHey, I am so happy there is a man in this give away!!!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on your blog! I would love to win the Amy Butler bag! Great giveaway!! Happy Holidays John!
ReplyDeletejodym7@yahoo.com
You always make such beautiful bags for your giveaways! Congrats on 110 posts! wow! I really like your second bag a lot! The cute handles are too hard to resist!
ReplyDeleteWhat lovely bags, and happy Giveaway Day!
ReplyDeleteLove the bags, I'm to scared to even try and make one!
ReplyDeleteGreat job with the bags! I love the first one.
ReplyDeleteI love the first one! it is amazing!!
ReplyDeleteOooh, I love the red bag! :) But I could find a happy home for either.
ReplyDeleteThanks for being generous!
Naomi
http://killerbeedesigns.com
Rock on Quilt Dad Rock on!
ReplyDeleteI'd love to win one of your bags!
ReplyDeleteThank you for keeping your giveaway open for another day! :)
I Love both bags, and #2 would be my first choice!
ReplyDeleteI love bags made by hand.
ReplyDeletei love these bags, especially the second. nice work!
ReplyDeleteI love the first one! Great crafting.
ReplyDeleteThose bags are adorable, I love them both!
ReplyDeletewowee! count me in...
ReplyDeleteWell aren't you the clever girl! Love the bags, and happy to have found your blog!
ReplyDeleteDid I say girl? Well, dang, guess I messed up there, didn't I? Okay, kill me now. And bring me another drink while you're at it. :)
ReplyDeleteWonderful bags! I'd be happy with either one! :)
ReplyDeletewow what great bags!
ReplyDeleteLove the bags- great job! And I'm going to have to look for some of the fabric on that second one!
ReplyDeletekeladry95 (at) mac (dot) com
I love the bottom bag it is so cute!
ReplyDeleteWould love to win either!
ReplyDeletethose would be great as part of a Christmas gift :)
ReplyDeleteHi - your bags a so pretty - I would be proud to use it.
ReplyDeleteWell, your comment on the craftster lap quilt swap board sent me over here. Consider me entered!
ReplyDeleteBoth your bags look great but especially the first one. Your fabric choices really stand out.
ReplyDeleteI would love to have either bag-they're lovely.
ReplyDeletejosilva3 at yahoo dot com
I like both bags but especially like the first.
ReplyDeleteum i LOVE the drawstring bags!!! pretty please pick me!!
ReplyDeletethese bags are both completely adorable!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE both bags, a wonderful give away! Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteLove the bags. Especially the first one.
ReplyDeleteI'd love to win the first bag!
ReplyDeleteHow fun!! These are great.
ReplyDeleteso cute, awsome job
ReplyDeleteVery nice bags! :0)
ReplyDeleteLove the bags!!!
ReplyDeleteDefinitely adore the first bag!!
I'd be proud to sport either bag! I would proudly brag that they were made by a crafting blogging guy!
ReplyDeleteCheers,
Tracey
Sweet bags, and I'm definitely adding your blog to my google reader so I can come back again!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous combinations of colours. I dore the last one.
ReplyDeleteLove the bags John!!
ReplyDeletehey there! love that top bag! :)I feel lucky too! lol
ReplyDeletegosh those bags are so cute! I want one!!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE the first bag! Congrats on the 110th post!!
ReplyDeletePS: I'm kaishabackwards on craftster.
I love both bags but blue is my favorite color. I think you did a great job.
ReplyDeleteI love the top bag. You make great bags!
ReplyDeleteI love those bags, especially the In-Town. I've contemplated making it but can't quite work up the nerve.
ReplyDeleteHi! Those bags are beautiful; I think I like the second one best of all.
ReplyDeleteYour blog is my favorite new discovery so far, great work, thank you!!
ReplyDeleteBeautifuls bags - especially the first one! =)
ReplyDeleteGreat colours!
the bags are great, love the fabric combo.
ReplyDeletethank you for the giveaway
You are compelled to pick me.
ReplyDeleteNice bags. And I am astonished at your skill!
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