Wednesday, December 3, 2008

110th Post Giveaway!

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 loot, you ask?

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.

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!

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!

382 comments:

  1. Oh please pick me pick me! I'd love to win a bag, especially the top one which I ADORE!!

    ReplyDelete
  2. Congrats on your 110th.

    Love both bags especially the second one. Please throw me into the post.

    Drop over to my blog as I'm in the Giveaway too.

    ReplyDelete
  3. They look great! I like the top one best of all. Just my kind of colours!

    ReplyDelete
  4. Hey, it's not the 3rd over here yet! Love the bags though!

    ReplyDelete
  5. The bags look great to me. I also loved the kids Christmas Photo's too!

    ReplyDelete
  6. Would love to win the second bag. Thank you for the giveaway.
    joycee2561 at yahoo dot com

    ReplyDelete
  7. The bags look great! I really love the second one. Congrats on 110 posts!

    ReplyDelete
  8. It would be great to win a little bag/tote.They are so lovely ans so useful.

    Thanks for the chance to win.
    ullafrussedo

    ReplyDelete
  9. Hi, John-
    Happy 110th post!
    I think both bags are great and would love to win either one of them:)
    Marilyn

    ReplyDelete
  10. Congrats on the copious quantities of posts - blogs are fun, huh?

    Man, I love Tula - everything she does is right up my alley! The bag is super cute! :)

    ReplyDelete
  11. Two bags! They both look great! Congrats on the post tally - it's amazing how fast they add up :)

    ReplyDelete
  12. Please count me in on this giveaway! And congrats on your 110th post!

    I would love yo win either bag, they both looks great!

    ReplyDelete
  13. Congratulations for your 110th post!
    I love your bags and everything you sew.
    Please pick me. ;)

    Love from France

    Sylvie

    ReplyDelete
  14. oh John I would love to win one your bags
    so please enter me in your draw
    hug
    Beth

    ReplyDelete
  15. Hi John, please count me in for your giveaway! The bags look great but I especially love the Moda swell one!!

    ReplyDelete
  16. Congratulations 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.

    ReplyDelete
  17. The second bag has such a gorgeous mix of fabrics. You're doing pretty well for someone who isn't a bag makier!!

    ReplyDelete
  18. Hi John,
    Super cute bags. Happy 110th, keep the quilting and posting coming :)

    Sarah

    ReplyDelete
  19. me me me - my hands up in the air, I'm sat very politely, smiling so sweetly!!!

    ReplyDelete
  20. Enjoy your blog - love the bags!

    ReplyDelete
  21. those are adorable, I would LOVE one... thanks for the giveaway! and congrats on 110 posts!

    ReplyDelete
  22. ooo amazing bags!! sign me up!!

    glittergurl04(at)hotmail(dot)com

    ReplyDelete
  23. Even though you profess not to be a bag maker they are great! I love the first one the colors sing to me!

    ReplyDelete
  24. Hi John, would love to win one of your bags. . .but that's not why I read your blog!

    In peace & pieces,

    ReplyDelete
  25. Love the bags. My favorite is the Flutterby. Please count me in.congrats on your blogger milestone.

    ReplyDelete
  26. I love the bags, especially the fabric choice in the drawstring one.

    ReplyDelete
  27. Hello from Italy :)
    Both bags are fantastic.
    P.S. Congrats on your 110th.

    ReplyDelete
  28. I'm just amazed a guy makes such stunning bags as you do! Pick me!!!

    ReplyDelete
  29. love the bags,any one would be great

    trixandeli@hotmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  30. Lovely bags. I would love to participate!

    ReplyDelete
  31. Oh please please please pick me!!! (Shameless begging!) I love the bags, especially the first one!!

    ReplyDelete
  32. Cute bags. I love the first one.

    Admirable late night sewing.

    ReplyDelete
  33. I'll take handmade over perfect any day!

    ReplyDelete
  34. Congrats on your 110th post Quilt Dad! Your tote bags are so cute!

    Have a happy holiday!

    ReplyDelete
  35. I love the red one. They are both gorgeous.

    ReplyDelete
  36. I love Amy Butler material and what ever the material is use for turns out so cute. I would love to win either one.

    ReplyDelete
  37. I love the Amy Butler bag. Please count me in the giveaway

    ReplyDelete
  38. I love both the bags, if I HAD to choose, it would probably be the first one.

    ReplyDelete
  39. Beautiful bags! I like the jelly roll bag.

    ReplyDelete
  40. THe bags look great! I am a fan of the Swell one my self.;)

    ReplyDelete
  41. Both beautiful! I'm crossing my fingers...

    ReplyDelete
  42. They are both gorgeous! Yay for you!

    ReplyDelete
  43. Hi, 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).

    I'll come back and have a good browse when I get the time. Love the pictures of your smiling kids.

    ReplyDelete
  44. Wow, your bags are both gorgeous, but I like the first one a tiny bit better! What a generous giveaway!

    ReplyDelete
  45. I love the colors and design in the first one, especially!

    ReplyDelete
  46. Wow, those are gorgeous! I don't care which I would win, I love them both. :)

    Thanks, and Happy Holidays! (Oh, and come teach my husband how to do this, please!!!)

    ReplyDelete
  47. 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

    Margaret

    ReplyDelete
  48. I'm too tired to think of a clever comment, either, but I am craving that red one!

    Oh, and congratulations on 110 posts!

    ReplyDelete
  49. Oooohh, I'd love either bag! Here's hoping that random number generator likes me!

    And congrats on 110 posts!

    ReplyDelete
  50. Very cute bag! Hope I win, love Sew Mama Sew too!

    ReplyDelete
  51. love it! congrats on the milestone!

    ReplyDelete
  52. You make a great bag!! Either one would be wonderful.

    ReplyDelete
  53. what lovely bags! i would love to win...=)

    ReplyDelete
  54. Thanks for not making me think of something clever... I'm fresh out.

    ReplyDelete
  55. Love the colors! Thanks for the Give-Away!

    ReplyDelete
  56. i'm trying again...i'm hoping you're a winner today too. need to break that giveaway jinx! happy holidays!

    ReplyDelete
  57. Very cute. What a great gift these would make! Thanks.

    ReplyDelete
  58. Awesome looking bags! I wouild be happy with either one of these! Please add my name to the pot, thanks, Debbie (Maine)
    campmoxie@yahoo.com.au

    ReplyDelete
  59. 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 ;)

    ReplyDelete
  60. Adorable bag and congrats on so many comments! :)

    ReplyDelete
  61. Nice bags and they sure are appreciated!
    I'm participating too in the Sew,Mama,Sew giveaway day. Go check my blog: http://infinitadiversidade.blogspot.com

    ReplyDelete
  62. i would be thrilled with either bag!

    ReplyDelete
  63. Cute bags! I must admit, I'm partial to the Swell.

    ReplyDelete
  64. and i didn't even notice..your are practically my neighbor (i live in raleigh).

    ReplyDelete
  65. cool i want to win. please. merry christmas!

    ReplyDelete
  66. Wow...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!

    ReplyDelete
  67. you are so creative!! i like the first one. Congrats on 110!

    ReplyDelete
  68. Such cute bags - count me in!

    ltenhage@gmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  69. Love both bags and your blog! Thanks for the chance to win.

    ReplyDelete
  70. they are both lovely. thanks for the giveaway.

    ReplyDelete
  71. I love the first bag... So amazing!

    ReplyDelete
  72. Love the bag with all the blues! Happy 110th post!

    ReplyDelete
  73. Well, you know what I want...*S*

    One (or two) of those Tarheel chocolates.
    ...yummmmmmm

    Cute bags too.....

    ReplyDelete
  74. LOVE LOVE them!! The second one is my fav! Thanks for the chance to win!

    ReplyDelete
  75. What great bags! I'm slowly teaching myself to sew and hopefully quilt and hope I'll be making bags like these soon.

    ReplyDelete
  76. love that flutterby bag - so, so, SO cute!

    ReplyDelete
  77. I 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!

    ReplyDelete
  78. The fun has arrived! I love the second bag (ok i love them both but the second one speaks to me :0)

    ReplyDelete
  79. I love your first one! It shouts, "B"
    What lucky winners you are going to have!

    ReplyDelete
  80. Very nice, John...I didn't know you made bags!

    ReplyDelete
  81. Sign me up! If I am chosen as one of the lucky winners, I would like the 2nd bag (Swell fabric - jelly bag).

    Thanks! Fingers crossed!
    Jen :)

    ReplyDelete
  82. 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

    ReplyDelete
  83. oh, I love those bags!!
    kamyrensmiles@hotmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  84. Please count me in! Love your work. Merry Christmas

    ReplyDelete
  85. Both bags are really cute! I am going to have to start stopping by your blog!

    shawnamariehenry at yahoo.com

    ReplyDelete
  86. Hi John,
    I 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.

    ReplyDelete
  87. Why would you want to give up making bags? They look great

    ReplyDelete
  88. Wonderful bags -- Thanks for the wonderful giveaway!!!

    ReplyDelete
  89. cute cute cute I love those color combinations

    ReplyDelete
  90. What lovely bags! I'm so glad I found your blog!

    ReplyDelete
  91. Your bags rock. Please enter me in the giveaway. :)

    knittingmomof3 (AT) gmail (DOT) com

    ReplyDelete
  92. I love these! Either is perfect, but I think I prefer the second!

    Thanks!!

    anthonlm01(at)aol(dot)com

    ReplyDelete
  93. great bags, my oldest son loves his intown bag for his cars

    ReplyDelete
  94. Love the blue.
    But both are great!
    Rane and kids
    ~~~~~~~~*~~~~
    iremembersleep@yahoo.com

    ReplyDelete
  95. I love those bags, so darn cute!

    ReplyDelete
  96. These are lovely bags - I especially like the first one.

    ReplyDelete
  97. I love the amy butler bag! I hope I win :)

    ReplyDelete
  98. Those 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! ;-)
    Cheers,
    Dionne

    ReplyDelete
  99. I love Give Away Day! It's my favoritest day EVER!

    Those 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!

    ReplyDelete
  100. Oh I love love LOVE them both! I don't think I could choose a favorite - Surprise me when I win hehe!!

    ReplyDelete
  101. I love how cheerful the second one looks :)

    ReplyDelete
  102. I think those are so cute and it is really neat to meet a fellow lover of quilts.
    Lou
    http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/watalulu

    ReplyDelete
  103. These are both fantastic! If I had to choose, I think I'd go for the bolder colors in the top one! Wow!
    jinglesells at gmail dot com

    ReplyDelete
  104. Wow - a quilting dad. Am so proud of you - these are totally cute. Thanks for participating and please count me in!

    ReplyDelete
  105. I love both bags and the flutterby fabric. And I love learning about a dad who quilts.

    ReplyDelete
  106. I love these bags. Awesome colors. Great give away. Please count me in!

    ReplyDelete
  107. I love both the bags and it is so good to see more men crafting- don't give up making those bags they are awesome!

    ReplyDelete
  108. Those bags are gorgeous! I love the summery blue one... great work.

    ReplyDelete
  109. I am coveting your first bag. Thanks for including me in the giveaway.

    ReplyDelete
  110. Your bags are beautiful! Thanks for the giveaway.

    ReplyDelete
  111. I love the second bag. Very nice.

    ReplyDelete
  112. I can't believe I've never read your blog before! Now I've added it to my favs!

    ReplyDelete
  113. Your bags are super cute! Congrats on 110 posts! :D

    ReplyDelete
  114. Happy aniversary. I would like to win the top one!!!

    ReplyDelete
  115. Hopefully 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

    ReplyDelete
  116. John: You are an inspiration. I've noticed your quilt reference on other blogs - you are a busy man!
    Congrats on your 110th post!

    ReplyDelete
  117. I love the greenish bag, its beautiful!

    ReplyDelete
  118. The bags are beautiful!

    kcpearls at yahoo dot com

    ReplyDelete
  119. look at you, Mr. Bag Maker! Love 'em...want 'em!!!

    ReplyDelete
  120. HOLY 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*

    ReplyDelete
  121. Lovely bags! I especially like the second one!

    ReplyDelete
  122. Sign me up! I like that first bag the best.

    ReplyDelete
  123. What cute bags! I like them both!

    ReplyDelete
  124. Love 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".

    Love your fab bags & your great choice of fabrics! Good luck!

    ReplyDelete
  125. Love those bags!! The first one is fabulous. (markusandemily@hotmail.com)

    ReplyDelete
  126. both of your bags are just beautiful!

    ReplyDelete
  127. You have a blog! I added you to my blogroll.

    ReplyDelete
  128. OH MY GOSH... this is too cute... I wanna win!!!

    :)
    carol

    ReplyDelete
  129. Darling bags! I am especially fond of the second one!

    ReplyDelete
  130. those bags are great- some of my favorite fabrics! thanks for doing a giveaway!

    ReplyDelete
  131. Hey, I am so happy there is a man in this give away!!!

    ReplyDelete
  132. Congrats on your blog! I would love to win the Amy Butler bag! Great giveaway!! Happy Holidays John!
    jodym7@yahoo.com

    ReplyDelete
  133. 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!

    ReplyDelete
  134. What lovely bags, and happy Giveaway Day!

    ReplyDelete
  135. Love the bags, I'm to scared to even try and make one!

    ReplyDelete
  136. Great job with the bags! I love the first one.

    ReplyDelete
  137. I love the first one! it is amazing!!

    ReplyDelete
  138. Oooh, I love the red bag! :) But I could find a happy home for either.
    Thanks for being generous!

    Naomi
    http://killerbeedesigns.com

    ReplyDelete
  139. Rock on Quilt Dad Rock on!

    ReplyDelete
  140. I'd love to win one of your bags!
    Thank you for keeping your giveaway open for another day! :)

    ReplyDelete
  141. I Love both bags, and #2 would be my first choice!

    ReplyDelete
  142. i love these bags, especially the second. nice work!

    ReplyDelete
  143. I love the first one! Great crafting.

    ReplyDelete
  144. Those bags are adorable, I love them both!

    ReplyDelete
  145. Well aren't you the clever girl! Love the bags, and happy to have found your blog!

    ReplyDelete
  146. Did 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. :)

    ReplyDelete
  147. Wonderful bags! I'd be happy with either one! :)

    ReplyDelete
  148. Love the bags- great job! And I'm going to have to look for some of the fabric on that second one!
    keladry95 (at) mac (dot) com

    ReplyDelete
  149. I love the bottom bag it is so cute!

    ReplyDelete
  150. those would be great as part of a Christmas gift :)

    ReplyDelete
  151. Hi - your bags a so pretty - I would be proud to use it.

    ReplyDelete
  152. Well, your comment on the craftster lap quilt swap board sent me over here. Consider me entered!

    ReplyDelete
  153. Both your bags look great but especially the first one. Your fabric choices really stand out.

    ReplyDelete
  154. I would love to have either bag-they're lovely.
    josilva3 at yahoo dot com

    ReplyDelete
  155. I like both bags but especially like the first.

    ReplyDelete
  156. um i LOVE the drawstring bags!!! pretty please pick me!!

    ReplyDelete
  157. these bags are both completely adorable!

    ReplyDelete
  158. I LOVE both bags, a wonderful give away! Thanks for the chance to win!

    ReplyDelete
  159. Love the bags. Especially the first one.

    ReplyDelete
  160. I'd love to win the first bag!

    ReplyDelete
  161. Love the bags!!!
    Definitely adore the first bag!!

    ReplyDelete
  162. I'd be proud to sport either bag! I would proudly brag that they were made by a crafting blogging guy!

    Cheers,
    Tracey

    ReplyDelete
  163. Sweet bags, and I'm definitely adding your blog to my google reader so I can come back again!

    ReplyDelete
  164. Gorgeous combinations of colours. I dore the last one.

    ReplyDelete
  165. hey there! love that top bag! :)I feel lucky too! lol

    ReplyDelete
  166. gosh those bags are so cute! I want one!!

    ReplyDelete
  167. I LOVE the first bag! Congrats on the 110th post!!

    PS: I'm kaishabackwards on craftster.

    ReplyDelete
  168. I love both bags but blue is my favorite color. I think you did a great job.

    ReplyDelete
  169. I love those bags, especially the In-Town. I've contemplated making it but can't quite work up the nerve.

    ReplyDelete
  170. Hi! Those bags are beautiful; I think I like the second one best of all.

    ReplyDelete
  171. Your blog is my favorite new discovery so far, great work, thank you!!

    ReplyDelete
  172. Beautifuls bags - especially the first one! =)
    Great colours!

    ReplyDelete
  173. the bags are great, love the fabric combo.
    thank you for the giveaway

    ReplyDelete
  174. Nice bags. And I am astonished at your skill!

    ReplyDelete