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Modern Basics Book Blog Tour & Giveaway

Modern Basics cover
Welcome to the blog tour of Amy Ellis‘ new pattern book Modern Basics.  I feel honored to be part of the official blog tour and I’m so excited to share this book!  As a long time blog (Amy’s Creative Side) reader, I’ve known Amy was working hard on this book and I couldn’t wait to get a look at it. I can honestly say that it met, if not exceeded, all of my expectations.  I think it’s sometimes difficult for me to find a quilt pattern book with more than one or two patterns that I want to try. Not the case with this book. 

Amy has done a fantastic job creating patterns that are visually challenging, but shows how they can easily be assembled.  All 14 projects are beautiful. These are three of my favorites.

This is a perfect book for beginners too.  Many very simple projects with a lot of visual impact. The instructions are very clear and there are different sizing options.

The thing I love most about Amy though, is her encouragement of anyone who: 
  • wants to start quilting but doesn’t know how
  •  anyone who stresses about picking fabric and colors
  •  anyone with  a handful of small “helpers” around or
  • anyone who feels they have too little time and space to take on a quilting hobby.

Modern Basics is available at Amazon or at your favorite local fabric store, but Amy is giving away a signed copy to one of you!  For your chance to win a copy leave a comment. Please be sure to leave an email address so I can give you the good news if your name is randomly selected.
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And just to increase your chances of winning you can visit these other stops on the book tour:
AmyLouWho (3/5)

GIVEAWAY CLOSED. Thanks to all who entered. The winner is:

Blogger Stacy said…

I inherited a stack of traditional quilt block books from my great aunt who was a high school home-ec teacher for over 40 years. They’ve been my staple for ideas and techniques as I learn to sew and quilt.

Today I bought a new Bernina, and learned a few new modern methods. Amy’s book Modern Basics would make a great companion as I gain new skills.

thanks for the opportunity!

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412 Comments

  • Reply
    liz
    March 3, 2011 at 7:03 am

    Pick me! Pick me! I would love to win a copy of this book.It looks like it is so fresh and simple.

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    Debbie
    March 3, 2011 at 7:05 am

    Beautiful photos of the book, Amy. Thanks for counting me in.

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    Katy
    March 3, 2011 at 7:05 am

    This books looks fabulous!! If I don't win, I will definitely have to look for it at the bookstore!!

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    Sheila
    March 3, 2011 at 7:09 am

    I would love to win this book, thanks for the opportunity

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    Elizabeth
    March 3, 2011 at 7:09 am

    I would love to be included in the drawing. I've just started quilting and so have started amassing a book collection! This would be a lovely addition!

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    Bonnie
    March 3, 2011 at 7:11 am

    I was really excited about this book when I saw it on Amanda Jean's blog, but now that I have seen a little bit more I can hardly wait! I would love to win a copy of this book!!!

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    Stray Stitches
    March 3, 2011 at 7:12 am

    Thanks for the opportunity to enter your giveaway for Amy's new book!

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    DeeRoo
    March 3, 2011 at 7:13 am

    Hmmmm….I've been wanting to get a beginner book for my sister…she's been wanting to learn how to sew….this might be just the book!:)

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    Love by Lauren
    March 3, 2011 at 7:14 am

    Ooooh I would love this! pick me pick me!

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    GabyLux
    March 3, 2011 at 7:14 am

    This book looks fantastic an I hope Iยดll have the chance to win the book :-)))<br />Greats from Luxembourg/Europe

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    Renea
    March 3, 2011 at 7:18 am

    This book looks great. I would love to make a quilt from this book. Thanks for the giveaway.

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    robin
    March 3, 2011 at 7:21 am

    I&#39;ve been riding along on the blog tour, and would LOVE to win this book! Thanks for the chance! ๐Ÿ˜‰

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    Amber Branconier
    March 3, 2011 at 7:21 am

    Looks like a great book! Thanks for the opportunity.<br /><br />abranconier@hotmail.com

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    Kristy
    March 3, 2011 at 7:22 am

    What a great book!

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    Rebecca
    March 3, 2011 at 7:24 am

    I would love this book! <br /><br />(rebeccajo44@hotmail.com)

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    Tanyia
    March 3, 2011 at 7:25 am

    Thanks for the chance, how fun!

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    Susan
    March 3, 2011 at 7:25 am

    I would love to be encouraged with this book:)

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    ktquilts
    March 3, 2011 at 7:26 am

    Yay! I have been following the blog tour, but it is particularly fun when it stops at a blog I already enjoy!!

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    notes of sincerity
    March 3, 2011 at 7:27 am

    Good Morning Amy. :o)<br />What a gorgeous book! I have not had a little peek inside yet. Wow! :o)<br />Thank you for a chance to win.<br />Have a great day.<br />Sincerely, Trish

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    Sallie
    March 3, 2011 at 7:27 am

    I would love to win Amy&#39;s book. Thanks for the chance!

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    Sheila
    March 3, 2011 at 7:28 am

    Looks like a really great book that I would love to own .Thanks for the chance .

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    kritterc
    March 3, 2011 at 7:29 am

    I would absolutely love a copy of this book!!

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    Justine
    March 3, 2011 at 7:29 am

    The book looks great thanks for the chance to win a copy!!

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    manybooks
    March 3, 2011 at 7:30 am

    Sounds like encouragement that is geared right to me! And the quilts are fantastic!

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    Cindy
    March 3, 2011 at 7:32 am

    Hi! I would love to win a copy of this book- looks amazing!:) Thanks!

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    Ladybug
    March 3, 2011 at 7:33 am

    This is one of those must have books. Thanks for the oppurtunity to win a copy.

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    Brenda
    March 3, 2011 at 7:38 am

    This book looks like a need to have. Thank you for giving us the details on it!

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    Wanda
    March 3, 2011 at 7:40 am

    I sew want this book. As soon as I saw it somewhere in blogland I knew it would be one of the next quilts I wanted to make (I even looked for it for hours last night). Please, Please choose me.<br /><br />Wanda<br />http://wandas-quilts-crafts.blogspot.com/

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    Mary
    March 3, 2011 at 7:41 am

    I just love the patterns you selected!<br /><br />Mary<br />iammaryburke@gmail.com<br /><br />http://www.ourhoppyplace.com

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    Mandy @ Sugar Bee Craft Edition
    March 3, 2011 at 7:42 am

    I&#39;d love to win! – mandybeez at gmail

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    hhildreth13
    March 3, 2011 at 7:44 am

    This is my first blog tour and I think this is a great idea. I think this book would be great to share with my sister, who hasn&#39;t started quilting yet, but wants to.

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    Judith
    March 3, 2011 at 7:45 am

    This book is so colourful it&#39;s almost edible! A definite purchase for any keen quilter. Would love a copy! Judith xo

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    Happy Cottage Quilter
    March 3, 2011 at 7:45 am

    Amy is such a creative gal. The book looks wonderful. Thanks for giving away a copy ๐Ÿ™‚

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    Kat
    March 3, 2011 at 7:46 am

    i would love to win this book.<br />thanks for the chance !! :))<br /><br />best regards<br />kat

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    Quilt+Bitch
    March 3, 2011 at 7:49 am

    Would love to get my hands on this book. Thank you for the opportunity.

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    Carrie P.
    March 3, 2011 at 7:49 am

    Yes, I agree there are some great patterns in the book. Thanks for a chance to win on.

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    Ashley
    March 3, 2011 at 7:50 am

    Oh that looks and sounds like a fantastic book!

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    prairiewhisper
    March 3, 2011 at 7:50 am

    It looks to be a great book. It&#39;s on my amazon list if I don&#39;t win.

  • Reply
    Phyllis
    March 3, 2011 at 7:50 am

    I cannot wait to see this book. It looks awesome.

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    Cindy
    March 3, 2011 at 7:53 am

    It looks like a wonderful book. I&#39;d love to add it to my library!

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    Karen
    March 3, 2011 at 7:54 am

    Oh my, how I&#39;d love to win a copy of this great book!<br /><br />Thanks, Karen

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    Terra
    March 3, 2011 at 7:54 am

    The quilts look amazing, thanks for the great giveaway.

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    epban
    March 3, 2011 at 7:55 am

    This book is on my birthday list! Would love to win a copy. Love the Hope Valley quilt in the picture.

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    janna1718@hotmail.com
    March 3, 2011 at 7:58 am

    what a great looking book! I am a new quilter and any new information would help ๐Ÿ™‚

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    barncat
    March 3, 2011 at 7:58 am

    I&#39;ve been seeing this book a few places and it looks wonderful! I&#39;d love to win a copy. ๐Ÿ™‚

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    Gabrielle
    March 3, 2011 at 7:59 am

    Oh, I&#39;m feeling inspired!! Love the look of those quilts…

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    gill
    March 3, 2011 at 8:00 am

    this looks such a great book!<br />I&#39;d love to win a copy!

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    Lee Ann
    March 3, 2011 at 8:04 am

    The more I see and hear about this book, the more I want!<br /><br />Thank you for a chance to win!

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    Debbie
    March 3, 2011 at 8:05 am

    I love it! The sneak peak you have given us is wonderful! I would love to be in this giveaway.<br /><br />*hugs*<br />Debbie K

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    Tiffany
    March 3, 2011 at 8:06 am

    I didn&#39;t realize there were 14 quilts in her book. I wonder what the others look like? I&#39;m sure they are fabulous.

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    Kelly
    March 3, 2011 at 8:07 am

    i would love this book!

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    Annabella
    March 3, 2011 at 8:07 am

    I would love this book too as I LOVE quilting books – of the quilts you have shown, I love the pink and green garden one. Gorgeous!

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    jenashford
    March 3, 2011 at 8:09 am

    I would love to win!<br /><br />Jenashford at swbell dot net<br /><br />Thanks!

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    Cathy
    March 3, 2011 at 8:11 am

    What beautiful quilts. Would really love to win this book. Thanks for the opportunity. Hugs

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    Barbara
    March 3, 2011 at 8:12 am

    This book sounds amazing! <br />theoriginofwonder(at)gmail(dot)com

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    Kelly Rachel
    March 3, 2011 at 8:15 am

    You&#39;re right about wanting to make every quilt in the book! Every quilt I&#39;ve seen so far in the blog hop has been one I have wanted to make! Thank you so much for the chance to win this super awesome book.

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    Katie B.
    March 3, 2011 at 8:19 am

    Thanks for the chance to win! It looks great.

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    ~The Bargain Babe
    March 3, 2011 at 8:20 am

    Looks like a great book! If I don&#39;t win, I&#39;ll ask for it for my birthday!<br /><br />–reach me at journeythroughgrief @ gmail.com if I win. (take out the spaces, which you prob already knew. lol)

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    Brittany
    March 3, 2011 at 8:22 am

    Looks fantastic and right up my ally! Hope you pick me! ๐Ÿ™‚

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    Sarah
    March 3, 2011 at 8:22 am

    Sounds like a great book. Quilting is something I want to get into, but it seems so intimidating.

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    Lizziebeth
    March 3, 2011 at 8:23 am

    Would love to win Amy&#39;s book.

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    Tricia
    March 3, 2011 at 8:27 am

    I&#39;d love to learn how to quilt. Thanks for all you share.

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    Lisa
    March 3, 2011 at 8:27 am

    Those quilts look fabulous! I want to win! But if I don&#39;t I willl just have to check out her book on Amazon.

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    Laura
    March 3, 2011 at 8:28 am

    This book looks amazing! I would love a chance to win ๐Ÿ™‚

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    angela
    March 3, 2011 at 8:30 am

    I love her cover quilt and the first one you showed. Both very cool!

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    Pam
    March 3, 2011 at 8:32 am

    Looks like a great book with some fantastic quilts! I would so love to win!

  • Reply
    Charming's Mama
    March 3, 2011 at 8:34 am

    I would love to win a copy of Amy&#39;s book. Thanks.

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    Diana
    March 3, 2011 at 8:37 am

    The book looks great. I love that first quilt you showed us. Thanks!

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    Diane
    March 3, 2011 at 8:37 am

    What fun patterns … hope I win ๐Ÿ™‚ Thanks for the chance.

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    Dolores
    March 3, 2011 at 8:39 am

    What a gorgeous book. Looks like there is something for everybody. You can be an experienced quilter or a newbie and you can use your own colour palette with any of these designs.

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    Zany Quilter
    March 3, 2011 at 8:41 am

    I would love to be considered in this giveaway! I just joined the Modern Quilt Guild in LV, NV and I need some modern ideas!! ;-D

  • Reply
    Morgan
    March 3, 2011 at 8:44 am

    Looks like a lot of really great stuff in there!

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    missknitta
    March 3, 2011 at 8:47 am

    Thanks so much for the great review! I&#39;m really looking forward to this book ๐Ÿ™‚

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    Sarah
    March 3, 2011 at 8:50 am

    those are some beautiful patterns! i would love to try one out!<br /><br />sshaw29@gmail.com

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    Ashley @ Life Is Beautiful
    March 3, 2011 at 8:50 am

    This would be great! I am new to quilting, so this would be a great help!<br /><br />-Many Smiles!<br /><br />ashley_c_014@hotmail dot com

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    Kathy H
    March 3, 2011 at 8:50 am

    the quilts look just beautiful and having clear directions is even better. Thanks for the chance to win.

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    jlk
    March 3, 2011 at 8:52 am

    This looks like such a fun book!

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    Deborah in Atlanta
    March 3, 2011 at 8:53 am

    After seeing the book on the different blogs, it&#39;s amazing how many wonderful ideas small book can contain. I&#39;m in love with โ€œModern Maze.โ€ (this quilt is made with just five fabrics), and I want to have this addition in my library. Please let me win it! If not, I know I&#39;ll be ordering it. And fabric. And notions. And FQs. And VISA will be so happy. But hubby won&#39;t. dmj53

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    Donna~~
    March 3, 2011 at 8:55 am

    Every time I read a post about this book, I seen another quilt I&#39;d like to make! Thanks for sharing the wonderful photos of it!

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    james and bess
    March 3, 2011 at 8:56 am

    these quilts look fabulous!<br /><br />bess ๐Ÿ™‚

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    pojeda
    March 3, 2011 at 9:09 am

    I soo want to win this book! Love everything I have seen!<br /><br />pojeda (at) embarqmail (dot) com

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    LeAnne O.
    March 3, 2011 at 9:10 am

    I would be &quot;TICKLED SCRAPLESS&quot;… To win a copy of your book… I love the tease of photo&#39;s you have shown us and would love to make my daughter a new quilt for her room. Thank you for sharing with us. ๐Ÿ™‚

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    Kelly
    March 3, 2011 at 9:11 am

    Wow – I really like the look of these quilts, I&#39;d love to win a copy!<br /><br />kellyjo.haines(at)gmail(dot)com

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    Cami
    March 3, 2011 at 9:15 am

    Such a wonderful book! Thanks for the give away!

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    free indeed
    March 3, 2011 at 9:17 am

    Such lovely quilts jump off the pages in this book! would love to win!<br />freeindeed at myfairpoint dot net

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    kellylynn
    March 3, 2011 at 9:19 am

    I am one of those on the list of wants to, but is afraid to. But I am planning on giving quilting a try.<br /><br />So me, me Please.<br /><br />kelly72lynn at yahoo

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    Melissa
    March 3, 2011 at 9:20 am

    The quilts are lovely, thanks for the chance to win the book!

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    Natty
    March 3, 2011 at 9:20 am

    Love these patterns!

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    Anonymous
    March 3, 2011 at 9:21 am

    I&#39;d love to have a signed copy!! <br />Justine<br />rivervujc@comcast.net

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    RaeLyn
    March 3, 2011 at 9:21 am

    This books looks awesome. Such fun quilts!!!

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    Dawn
    March 3, 2011 at 9:22 am

    The quilts in this book are so gorgeous! Simple, but colorful and interesting. I&#39;d love to make all of them!

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    Peaceful Piecer
    March 3, 2011 at 9:22 am

    I can&#39;t wait to get my hands on this book. Thanks for a chance to win!

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    Jenny
    March 3, 2011 at 9:24 am

    im so amazed by all that amy can do! she quilts, writes patterns, raises her young family! argh!! how inspiring!

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    Meg
    March 3, 2011 at 9:24 am

    These really look like great, versatile and quick patterns–can&#39;t wait to get my hands on a copy!

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    Wendy D. P.
    March 3, 2011 at 9:24 am

    Beautiful! I can&#39;t wait to see it in person!

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    Lisa Marie
    March 3, 2011 at 9:24 am

    I&#39;m currently helping a friend get started in quilting and I think she would love this book. I hope I win this book so I can give it to her and then borrow it!

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    Dresden Quilter
    March 3, 2011 at 9:32 am

    Amy&#39;s is one of the first blogs I started reading. I am so happy for her that she has her own book now and I would love to win it!

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    Jessica
    March 3, 2011 at 9:33 am

    I would looove to win this book! I&#39;m still a relatively new quilter, and I always have a lot to learn!

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    Kristen
    March 3, 2011 at 9:36 am

    I would love a copy of this book!

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    Marcia W.
    March 3, 2011 at 9:45 am

    I would love to win a copy of this book so please enter me. Today I saw the Hope Valley quilt — I have some HV and afraid to cut into the fabric — now I see a pattern that can use. Thanks to you both for the blog tour stop and giveaway of Modern Basics.

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    Carol E.
    March 3, 2011 at 9:46 am

    Beautiful book! Thanks for letting us play. Hope I win! ๐Ÿ™‚

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    diane
    March 3, 2011 at 9:47 am

    I would love a copy of this book. Such inspirational ideas.

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    Irina
    March 3, 2011 at 9:50 am

    I&#39;d love to win a copy of this book, all the quilts look great!

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    Vanssmomc
    March 3, 2011 at 9:51 am

    I would love a copy of this book also!! I am new to quilting and am still intimidated by some of the books that are out on quilting!

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    nettie
    March 3, 2011 at 9:51 am

    i love seeing books from bloggers i &quot;know&quot;. thanks for the chance

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    Vicki @ DottyJane
    March 3, 2011 at 9:55 am

    I love Amy&#39;s style and would love to win a copy of her book! Thanks for the chance:)

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    denverallens
    March 3, 2011 at 9:55 am

    Pick me, pick me, pick me! I love her stuff, it&#39;s all so fresh and fun!

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    SteffiD
    March 3, 2011 at 9:56 am

    Oh my gosh! I would totally love a copy of this book ๐Ÿ™‚ She&#39;s such an amazing woman and an amazing quilter, too.

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    Tamara
    March 3, 2011 at 9:57 am

    Beautiful book!

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    Anonymous
    March 3, 2011 at 10:02 am

    That looks like the book I need. Something quick and simple but oh so beautiful. Sandi

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    Sue Bone
    March 3, 2011 at 10:03 am

    You have featured some great quilts from the book.

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    Samantha
    March 3, 2011 at 10:04 am

    Such beautiful quilts! Definitely a book I want to add to my collection!

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    ginger freckle
    March 3, 2011 at 10:05 am

    So excited about this book – would love a copy for quilting inspiration! Thanks for the giveaway! gingerfreckle(at)gmail(dot)com

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    Colleen
    March 3, 2011 at 10:06 am

    I love Amy&#39;s blog and this is definitely a book I want in my collection! Thanks for the chance.

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    Kim
    March 3, 2011 at 10:07 am

    The book looks wonderful!

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    Funky Kim
    March 3, 2011 at 10:09 am

    I&#39;d love to win a copy of this book! It looks lovely!<br /><br />Kim.B.Funk AT gmail.com

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    mascanlon
    March 3, 2011 at 10:10 am

    I have a friend just beginning the quilting journey, this book is perfect gift!

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    DeAnna
    March 3, 2011 at 10:11 am

    Great looking book! I am a new quilter and having some new patterns would be great!!

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    Impera_Magna
    March 3, 2011 at 10:12 am

    Thanks for the chance to win this wonderful quilting book… there are several I&#39;d like to make and you posted a photo of my very favorite!

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    Life On Planet Mum
    March 3, 2011 at 10:13 am

    Thanks for the giveaway. I have not gone &quot;modern&quot; yet as I have too many traditional fabrics – maybe this one will give me some ideas!

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    Tanya
    March 3, 2011 at 10:17 am

    Lovely book!!!

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    heartsy
    March 3, 2011 at 10:18 am

    how exciting!! I follow your blog from time to time (when I actually have the time!) &amp; love that you get to blog tour Amy&#39;s new book. I&#39;ve wanted to learn quilting but I always put off by the many &quot;vintage&quot; or &quot;country&quot; looking leaflets and books on quilting. This looks like a great book with a fresh, modern approach to quilting. LOVE IT! โ™ฅ

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    Trisha
    March 3, 2011 at 10:19 am

    I can&#39;t wait for a chance to flip through this book!

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    Linda
    March 3, 2011 at 10:19 am

    I am loving this book so hope I will win! thanks!

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    James-Linda
    March 3, 2011 at 10:23 am

    BOOK LOOKS SO NEAT!<br />THANKS FOR SHARING!<br /><br />jldouglas@wispwest.net

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    Anonymous
    March 3, 2011 at 10:26 am

    Oh how I&#39;d love to win this book. I already know which quilt I&#39;d make first. Thanks for the chance!<br />nkadenver@yahoo.com

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    Lindsay Conner
    March 3, 2011 at 10:27 am

    I can&#39;t wait to see this book in person! The quilts look great and so approachable for all levels. ๐Ÿ™‚

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    Heather H
    March 3, 2011 at 10:31 am

    I would really love to make some of these quilts. Her designs are beautiful! Thank you for hosting the giveaway!

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    Sonia B
    March 3, 2011 at 10:36 am

    This looks like a beautiful book. Thanks for the chance!

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    Karen C
    March 3, 2011 at 10:39 am

    I love this book! Pick me.

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    **nicke...
    March 3, 2011 at 10:42 am

    i would love to win this book! on a side note… i used your fat quarter bag tut last night for a mutual activity with my beehives. it was a smash hit and the girls all went home with a super adorable &quot;scripture bag&quot;! we had so much fun so thanks!!!

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    Lynn
    March 3, 2011 at 10:44 am

    Beautiful book! Thanks for being part of the tour!<br /><br />Lynn<br />themom@franktribe.com

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    badlandsquilts
    March 3, 2011 at 10:45 am

    I love that Hope Valley quilt, so simple &amp; striking!

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    Sharon@Sharon at Home
    March 3, 2011 at 10:48 am

    Oh .. which one to do first??

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    KatheG
    March 3, 2011 at 10:51 am

    I would love to win this book – thanks for the chance.<br />KatheGTN at aol dot com

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    Anita
    March 3, 2011 at 10:52 am

    This looks like a really great book, thank you for the chance to win a copy.

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    Mark
    March 3, 2011 at 10:55 am

    Wow this book looks great – and achievable, even for a quilting beginner like me! Sabina (sabinamoolla@hotmail.com)

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    Connie
    March 3, 2011 at 10:57 am

    Looks like a lovely book — would enjoy having it in my growing collection of books for inspiration. Thanks.

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    SewLindaAnn
    March 3, 2011 at 11:00 am

    I&#39;ve been following the tour and decided to put it on my wish list in case I don&#39;t win a signed copy. Happy Thursday!

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    Julie in WA
    March 3, 2011 at 11:03 am

    This is a great looking book! Can&#39;t wait to see a copy in person!

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    stephmabry
    March 3, 2011 at 11:11 am

    Thanks for the chance to win! The quilts are beautiful!

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    HappyGirl
    March 3, 2011 at 11:12 am

    What a great book!! I have just started quilting and would love to have a book full of great patterns. Thanks:)

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    Kulla Klan
    March 3, 2011 at 11:14 am

    I&#39;d love to win!! Great looking book!

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    missavene
    March 3, 2011 at 11:28 am

    The quilts look lovely, I would love to win this book!!! Thanks for the chance!<br />missavene at gmail dot com

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    Mitzi
    March 3, 2011 at 11:35 am

    Looks like a great book! I can see several quilts I would like to make from it.

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    Our Busy Little Bunch
    March 3, 2011 at 11:41 am

    I&#39;d love to win a copy!<br />ourbusylittlebunch(at)hotmail(dot)com

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    Michelle Jensen
    March 3, 2011 at 11:42 am

    crossing my fingers but if not I will make sure to look for it the next time I am in a book store because it looks super cute ๐Ÿ™‚

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    Nathalie
    March 3, 2011 at 11:45 am

    Wow! It seems to be very interesting. Thanks to share.

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    Ashley Vaerst
    March 3, 2011 at 11:48 am

    This book is on my list to purchase when I have a little more time to quilt. I love everything I have seen in this book so far.<br /><br />AVaerst@AOL.com

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    Anonymous
    March 3, 2011 at 11:48 am

    I need some inspiration! LOVE the quilts in this book!

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    Katy
    March 3, 2011 at 11:48 am

    Neat book! Thanks for the chance to win.

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    Alisa
    March 3, 2011 at 11:51 am

    It looks like a great book!

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    Kacey
    March 3, 2011 at 11:51 am

    that first one is AWESOME! i&#39;d definitely like to make one…

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    Melissa
    March 3, 2011 at 11:54 am

    I would really love to win a copy of this book. I adore Amy&#39;s style.<br />bodylovesoaps(at)gmail(dot)com

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    Cindy Anderson
    March 3, 2011 at 11:55 am

    I would love to win a copy.

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    Megan
    March 3, 2011 at 11:56 am

    That book looks great. I would love to win it.

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    Lynnette
    March 3, 2011 at 11:59 am

    I would love to win this book. <br />nettecan at hotmail dot com

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    Dawn S.
    March 3, 2011 at 12:06 pm

    Whata onderful book! Please enter my name in the drawing. I am sooooo looking forward to starting a new project after my company leaves.

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    Denny1600
    March 3, 2011 at 12:13 pm

    I&#39;d LOVE TO WIN THIS BOOK! Thanks for doing this on your cute blog.

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    Arizona Nielsens
    March 3, 2011 at 12:18 pm

    What a fun book! I&#39;m just getting the hang of quilting and it is addicting!<br /><br />jennielsen5 (at) yahoo . com

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    Diane aka cameldiva
    March 3, 2011 at 12:37 pm

    The book looks like it would stand out amoungst my other quilting books.<br /><br />Thank you for the opportunity to win this book.

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    Leigh
    March 3, 2011 at 12:43 pm

    This book is at the very tippy top of my wishlist!

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    Shelley
    March 3, 2011 at 12:44 pm

    I&#39;m a very new quilter, and have gotten a ton of inspiration from your site! This book looks great, and I&#39;d love to win a copy. Thanks!<br />(shelan928 at yahoo)

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    Maria
    March 3, 2011 at 12:45 pm

    I would Looove to win a copy of this book. The photos are very inspiring ๐Ÿ˜‰ Thanks for the chance to win.

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    webmailaddress2
    March 3, 2011 at 12:56 pm

    The book is beautiful. Thanks for the giveaway!

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    Sherryl
    March 3, 2011 at 1:09 pm

    Oh my, these do look lovely. So visually clean and compelling. I&#39;d love to see the rest of those patterns… in my own personal copy of the book! :-)<br />sunshdws@yahoo.com

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    Inspiredbyfelix
    March 3, 2011 at 1:16 pm

    Ooooo what gorgeous patterns, I love it!

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    Lara
    March 3, 2011 at 1:17 pm

    Oooh I especially love the third and first quilts… yummy! Thanks for the chance Amy!

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    Beth J
    March 3, 2011 at 1:17 pm

    Ok, I want to make all the quilts you showed from this book. Thanks for chance to win.

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    Deb
    March 3, 2011 at 1:17 pm

    Love the looks of many of the quilts in this book. Would really like to win this one! Thanks

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    GerryART
    March 3, 2011 at 1:20 pm

    Thanks for the chance to win this book.<br />Modern – that&#39;s my way of thinking and have just the fabric that could use an idea or two from a book such as Amy&#39;s.<br />Hugs,<br />Gerry

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    apple blossom
    March 3, 2011 at 1:20 pm

    Oh, this book looks lovely.<br /><br />ABreading4fun [at] gmail [dot] com

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    Linda
    March 3, 2011 at 1:21 pm

    I would love to win this book. I am a beginning quilter. Linda

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    MG
    March 3, 2011 at 1:26 pm

    I can&#39;t wait to get my hands on this book! If I don&#39;t win it on this blog tour I&#39;ll definitely be buying it.

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    Pontos da Flรกvia
    March 3, 2011 at 1:36 pm

    great book, great giveaway! Please call me in!<br />Thank you very much!<br />PS: I love your blog!

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    The Fam
    March 3, 2011 at 1:39 pm

    This book looks great!<br /><br />shannoncarman at yahoo dot com

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    audreypawdrey
    March 3, 2011 at 1:40 pm

    this book looks fantastic!<br />audreygreensmith at gmail dot com

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    Misty
    March 3, 2011 at 1:42 pm

    Winning this book will definitely get rid of the winter blues and get my quilting juices flowing! LOVE IT!

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    Melissa @ Happy Quilting
    March 3, 2011 at 1:43 pm

    Oh, I am just so excited!! I can&#39;t wait for Amy&#39;s book ๐Ÿ™‚

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    Carol
    March 3, 2011 at 1:44 pm

    I&#39;m like you, books usually have only one pattern in them I want to make, and I hate to buy a book for only one pattern (but do sometimes). The three you showed are beautiful, if I don&#39;t win a copy of the book I will have to buy it. Thanks for the chance to win.

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    Erin
    March 3, 2011 at 1:48 pm

    Oh how awesome! Love the patterns shown.

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    twelve30
    March 3, 2011 at 1:52 pm

    What a beautiful book – would love to win. Thanks for the opportunity. <br />twelve30@gmail.com

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    Di
    March 3, 2011 at 2:07 pm

    what a great looking book. i&#39;d love a copy. a lovely blog book tour. thanks<br />Di

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    The Hunter's Prize
    March 3, 2011 at 2:08 pm

    I love quilting books!

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    Quilt Monkey
    March 3, 2011 at 2:10 pm

    I would love to win this book! The more pictures I see of the projects, the more I want a copy!

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    jess
    March 3, 2011 at 2:11 pm

    Just started my very first quilt…her book is inspiring!

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    marth225
    March 3, 2011 at 2:12 pm

    Looks like a good book to have – thanks for the chance

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    H2Ogirl
    March 3, 2011 at 2:13 pm

    Thanks for being a stop on this blog tour. I can&#39;t wait to see this book.

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    g
    March 3, 2011 at 2:18 pm

    I fit all those four points you listed. I&#39;m getting the itch to get back into quilting. The book looks right up my alley. Thanks, Amy. Keep it up.

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    Donna
    March 3, 2011 at 2:22 pm

    i am a very new beginner at quilting (just started my first quilt with your tutorial)… would love a simple book like this.<br />donna

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    Heartsdesire
    March 3, 2011 at 2:22 pm

    It&#39;s always great to see a book with lots of patterns I like. And that are easy to make. Even though I&#39;ve been quilting for a long time, I still like simple patterns.

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    Linda
    March 3, 2011 at 2:31 pm

    Thanks for the chance to win this great book!

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    bethanndodd
    March 3, 2011 at 2:32 pm

    I love Amy&#39;s blog and would love to win a signed copy of her book (those pics are so pretty)! If not, I will be heading to Amazon!!!<br />Thanks so much!

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    Anne
    March 3, 2011 at 2:33 pm

    I want to add my name. I would love to win. Thank you! acarp [at] swbell dot net

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    Liz @ LivingMySweetLife
    March 3, 2011 at 2:44 pm

    Wow this looks like a fun book!!! If I don&#39;t win I just may have to buy it!<br /><br />livingmysweetlife @ gmail . com

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    Mary
    March 3, 2011 at 2:51 pm

    I&#39;m trying again to win the book. been following the blog tour all the way. Enjoyed browsing your blog today! Thansk for the chance to win Amy&#39;s Modern Basics Book

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    Anonymous
    March 3, 2011 at 2:57 pm

    Well, thank you for a great giveaway!! If I won this book, I&#39;d give it to a young friend who has asked me to teach her how to sew : ))<br />lean.tully@gmail.com

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    Bec Clarke
    March 3, 2011 at 3:01 pm

    Oh it looks wonderful, I can&#39;t wait to get a copy even if I have to stretch the budget and buy one.

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    All8
    March 3, 2011 at 3:02 pm

    Just started getting back into quilt making. Would love the opportunity to own this book. Thanks.<br /><br />I&#39;m loving your Saltwater Taffy quilts. Very cute.<br /><br />all8garden(at)yahoo(dot)com

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    Amanda B.
    March 3, 2011 at 3:05 pm

    These look like so much fun! I want one!

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    Sarah Craig
    March 3, 2011 at 3:06 pm

    I absolutely love this book! Come on, little Miss Random!!

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    Chancy
    March 3, 2011 at 3:06 pm

    Pick me please. There are some great quilts in this book that I want to try.<br /><br />chancyf at gmail dot com

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    Deb
    March 3, 2011 at 3:07 pm

    I&#39;d enjoy winning this book. Love the front cover quilt with the flowers in the lower right corner.

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    Pondering
    March 3, 2011 at 3:08 pm

    I love the colors. Quilts are so fun! I am a beginner with a brand new sewing machine I can&#39;t wait to see the book, I hope I win;)

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    Elizabeth S.
    March 3, 2011 at 3:09 pm

    Oooh! Great book! Hope I&#39;m the lucky winner!

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    A.S.K.-P.
    March 3, 2011 at 3:14 pm

    This book is DEFINITELY on my Wish List! I have wanted it since Amy first showed previews of it.

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    Donna
    March 3, 2011 at 3:23 pm

    Those quilts look so lovely. Thanks for the opportunity to win a copy!

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    AKing
    March 3, 2011 at 3:28 pm

    ooooh! I really want to make the quilts you pictured. i especially like that they look easy enough for me to do. thanks for the chance.

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    WandaFish
    March 3, 2011 at 3:28 pm

    Amy&#39;s really come up trumps with Modern Basics; I&#39;d absolutely love to win a copy! Thanks for the opportunity :)<br /><br />angelasmart(at)hotmail(dot)com

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    Nancy
    March 3, 2011 at 3:32 pm

    I would so love to have this book. The patterns look so pretty and easy to do. A perfect combination.

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    Heather
    March 3, 2011 at 3:39 pm

    I am putting this book at the top of my birthday list in case I don&#39;t win one! I can&#39;t wait to see it in person!

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    Ashley
    March 3, 2011 at 3:48 pm

    This looks like such a great book! I can&#39;t wait to get my hands on a copy!

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    Cassie
    March 3, 2011 at 3:48 pm

    Thanks for hosting the giveaway, I love these quilts, or at least all the ones I have seen featured on this blog hop. Thanks so much!<br />cmdoduck(at)gmail(dot)com

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    Patty
    March 3, 2011 at 3:50 pm

    I&#39;d love to have a copy of this book. Her quilts are all so pretty and look like they wouldn&#39;t take me forever to make. Thanks for the giveaway.

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    Andrea
    March 3, 2011 at 3:51 pm

    I am always on the lookout for a new book for my little library. Thanks for the review, looks fun.<br /><br />Andrea<br />andreag.erekson@gmail.com

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    Mary Jo
    March 3, 2011 at 3:53 pm

    It&#39;d be so great to win this book!<br />maryjowyse@yahoo.com

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    Nancy D.
    March 3, 2011 at 3:56 pm

    I&#39;d love to win the book too.

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    Megan
    March 3, 2011 at 4:08 pm

    Beautiful! I would LOVE to own this book! I have done a couple of quilts but I think I lack a lot of &quot;basic&quot; knowhow that would make my quilting that much better- I have been looking for recommendations for good books! Thank you!

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    Gidget
    March 3, 2011 at 4:10 pm

    Being a beginner I am excited to see this book and of course would love to win it!

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    Dianna F
    March 3, 2011 at 4:12 pm

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    Dianna F
    March 3, 2011 at 4:13 pm

    I would love to win! Thanks for the opportunity.<br />dwfillmore@gmail.comst

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    Trudi
    March 3, 2011 at 4:22 pm

    Now wouldn&#39;t this book allow me to be far mor prolific than I am now! lol Amy&#39;s done a fantastic job with this book! I&#39;d love to win a copy!

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    Joan and Kevin
    March 3, 2011 at 4:24 pm

    Love this book, would love to win.

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    Katie
    March 3, 2011 at 4:28 pm

    Would love to win this book–looks like just what this new quilter needs! Thanks for the chance!<br />ktyoung1(at)gmail(dot)com

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    Colleen
    March 3, 2011 at 4:39 pm

    I would love to make the quilts in this book!

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    StrawberryBlond
    March 3, 2011 at 5:00 pm

    I agree with you, it&#39;s rare to find a book with more than one or two patterns that I like, but I&#39;ve liked every single one you&#39;ve shown! This is a keeper for sure. Here&#39;s hoping it comes to me!

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    Miss Nancy
    March 3, 2011 at 5:16 pm

    Love the cover quilt on this book. And another great review. It is on my list of must gets. Thank you for the giveaway.<br /><br />Have a super great sewing day.

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    2miracles/Tove
    March 3, 2011 at 5:17 pm

    You took such nice photos of the book for the blog, Amy&#39;s book is so exciting .

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    9patchnurse
    March 3, 2011 at 5:21 pm

    I know I&#39;m going to love this book! Each of the quilts pictured is GORGEOUS!

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    annemarie
    March 3, 2011 at 5:27 pm

    As a beginner, this is something I definitely need and would love to own.

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    Linda
    March 3, 2011 at 5:28 pm

    Oh I would love to win. The quilts are all so fun.

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    buchananclan
    March 3, 2011 at 5:30 pm

    Looks like I book I would love to have…..maybe I&#39;ll win

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    Janice
    March 3, 2011 at 5:37 pm

    Now that I have time to sew, I&#39;m thoroughly enjoying quilting. I would LOVE to be the one chosen to receive this book.<br />Thank you.

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    Carol in E TN
    March 3, 2011 at 6:07 pm

    Great book! Thanks for the giveaway.

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    BillieBee (billiemick)
    March 3, 2011 at 6:13 pm

    I&#39;m enjoying the blog tour…hope I win.<br /><br />Billie in TX

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    Gailanne
    March 3, 2011 at 6:15 pm

    I am a pretty new quilter, and this book looks right up my alley! Thanks for the chance to win, stay blessed!

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    Jodie B-C
    March 3, 2011 at 6:22 pm

    I can&#39;t wait to get my hands on this book!

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    Mrs. K.
    March 3, 2011 at 6:27 pm

    I just bought my first sewing machine. It would be awesome to get this book!<br /><br />mrsk [at] mrskandco [dot] com

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    Little Lucy Goosey
    March 3, 2011 at 6:32 pm

    I just bought a couple of books to give me some inspiration — I didn&#39;t see this one, and it looks great! Hope I win!!!

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    scottylover
    March 3, 2011 at 6:35 pm

    Would love to win this book! Please count me in!<br /><br />Sandy A<br />scotty4me39 @ yahoo. com

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    Amy
    March 3, 2011 at 6:39 pm

    This sounds PERFECT for me since I am new to quilting. Thanks for the giveaway opportunity!<br /><br />kempfyre21{at}yahoo{dot}com

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    Allison
    March 3, 2011 at 6:43 pm

    I would love to win this book. Thanks for the opportunity!

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    maryc
    March 3, 2011 at 6:44 pm

    Gorgeous Book! Gorgeous Quilts!

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    sunflowerlin
    March 3, 2011 at 6:45 pm

    This book looks wonderful! If I don&#39;t win it a definite buy ๐Ÿ™‚

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    Chelsea
    March 3, 2011 at 6:49 pm

    WOW Id love to win this. she&#39;s speaking my style language.

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    Nadilah Sungkar Magee
    March 3, 2011 at 6:52 pm

    I hope I will this book..

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    Suzanne
    March 3, 2011 at 6:54 pm

    Thanks for the peek into the book and the giveaway.

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    Sheena Richmond
    March 3, 2011 at 6:55 pm

    This book looks fabulous….just my style. You&#39;re right, it is hard to find a quilt book with more than a couple that I&#39;d really try…but not this one!

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    Shannon
    March 3, 2011 at 7:02 pm

    I could really use a book on quilting since I am a beginner and I don&#39;t have a book on quilting! But if I don&#39;t win I shall eventually buy this great looking read! Thanks!!

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    Donna
    March 3, 2011 at 7:09 pm

    Love the book. There are several of quilts I would enjoy making and displaying. Happy quilting.

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    lemmie
    March 3, 2011 at 7:17 pm

    Ohhh! Would love this – have just started quilting ๐Ÿ™‚

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    Anna
    March 3, 2011 at 7:23 pm

    Wow. I would love to have this book on my shelf – I am lacking some quilting/patchwork books so this one would be GREAT!! There looks to be my kind of projects in there too!!<br />Anna<br />anna@ourinfo.biz

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    Lindsey
    March 3, 2011 at 7:24 pm

    I&#39;d love to win a copy of this book! One of the next projects on my list is a queen sized quilt for our bed. I think the knotted pattern just might be perfect. Thanks for the chance!

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    Treasa
    March 3, 2011 at 7:26 pm

    Looks like a great book. Thanks for the chance.

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    c
    March 3, 2011 at 7:27 pm

    i adore what you showed o fthis new book by Amy Ellis. Every charity I sew for could use these great ideas. thank you carol c aka kingcooper0001@aol.com

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    Phoebe
    March 3, 2011 at 7:28 pm

    I love the colors in these quilts. I can&#39;t wait to add it to my collection.

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    Stephany
    March 3, 2011 at 7:42 pm

    OH BOY! LOVE this BOOK! Here&#39;s hoping! ๐Ÿ™‚

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    Kelly
    March 3, 2011 at 7:47 pm

    This books looks great! Pick me Mr. RNG!

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    Deanna
    March 3, 2011 at 7:51 pm

    I&#39;ve been helping some beginners and could use some tips from this book. Not to mention the patterns. Thanks for the chance.

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    Amelia Quilter
    March 3, 2011 at 8:07 pm

    I love the quilts in this book and hope it can come home to me!<br /><br />Thanks for hosting this tour.<br /><br />Island Quilter

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    Kristy
    March 3, 2011 at 8:19 pm

    Love this blog and all I learn from it! Haven&#39;t attempted my first quilt yet….have had the fabric for it for awhile, just not the courage. Maybe this book would provide the latter! ๐Ÿ™‚ Thanks for the chance to win!

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    JoAnn
    March 3, 2011 at 8:24 pm

    Would love to have a copy of this book – the patterns look great! Thanks for the opportunity to win a copy.<br />JoAnn (info7miner@gmail.com)

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    MaMa
    March 3, 2011 at 8:26 pm

    I love the quilts in this book – true awesomeness! They&#39;re all so pretty…Thanks for hosting!<br />Lisa<br />mistyfuji *at* yahoo *dot* com

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    Anonymous
    March 3, 2011 at 8:27 pm

    I would love to win this book. I am just starting to pick out fabric for my first quilt and yes I have anxiety. Thinking how am I going to quilt all the layers together seems to be my biggest concern. This book sounds like it would be a big help.<br /><br />Laura<br />sewingmom42@yahoo.com

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    Tricia C.
    March 3, 2011 at 8:33 pm

    This book looks wonderful. I really appreciate it when patterns are accessible even for those of us who might need a easier pattern. Thanks so much for the giveaway!<br /><br />awamom at yahoo dot com

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    Meri
    March 3, 2011 at 8:36 pm

    Love it! I&#39;d love to win a copy…thanks for the chance!<br />meri_drake@yahoo.com

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    Karen
    March 3, 2011 at 8:38 pm

    I would love to win this book – it looks amazing! Thanks for the chance!

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    Shauna
    March 3, 2011 at 8:40 pm

    Love the patterns shown in this book – what a pick me up! Would love to win.

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    creativedawn
    March 3, 2011 at 8:51 pm

    Wow! I certainly love the quilts over here on your blog!!! Amy&#39;s book has some great quilts in it.<br /><br />hugz<br />Pam

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    Becky S.
    March 3, 2011 at 8:51 pm

    It looks like a great book! Thanks for the chance to win.<br />onlybas@aol.com

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    Shannon
    March 3, 2011 at 9:00 pm

    I love the bottom quilt. Very nice. Thank you for the chance to win her book!

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    Kendra
    March 3, 2011 at 9:05 pm

    I love this book.<br />gokrazy31 at hotmail dot com

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    Tracy
    March 3, 2011 at 9:12 pm

    Great minds think alike because these are my favorites too! Pick me! Love your blog! I&#39;ve been reading it for a couple of months and it&#39;s terrific!

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    Lee
    March 3, 2011 at 9:19 pm

    The book looks so great! thanks!<br />butler83ataoldotcom

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    Momma Twitch
    March 3, 2011 at 9:30 pm

    I would LOOOOOOOOOOOVE to win this book!!<br /><br />runmommatwitchrun at gmail dot com

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    Bernie
    March 3, 2011 at 9:32 pm

    Those quilts are beautiful. I would love to learn how to quilt!<br />Berniefrisby@yahoo.com

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    Christie
    March 3, 2011 at 9:52 pm

    Yay! I would love some fresh new patterns! Christie – varinasgarden@gmail.com

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    Anonymous
    March 3, 2011 at 9:55 pm

    Thanks for a chance to win this book. I see a pattern I&#39;d love to make! spearscarol@yahoo.com

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    Beth
    March 3, 2011 at 9:59 pm

    I can&#39;t wait to get started on some quilts from this book…well, I can wait, am waiting, and hoping I&#39;ll win a copy. Thanks for the chance.<br /><br />wordygirl at earthlink dot net

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    MoeWest
    March 3, 2011 at 10:02 pm

    I would really love to have this book. I&#39;ve seen so many quilts that I would like to make. Thanks for the chance to win a copy.

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    Amanda
    March 3, 2011 at 10:16 pm

    I would love to have a new book for my &quot;new&quot; house…and is it Sat March 5th or Sun March 6th that you will close it?<br /><br />qkrinabx@ hotmail. com

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    Elizabeth
    March 3, 2011 at 10:27 pm

    I&#39;ve been hopping around this blog tour trying to win this! The book looks wonderful. Thanks for showing some of your favorite pages, as I saw a new quilt that hasn&#39;t been showcased on any other blogs.

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    VickiT
    March 3, 2011 at 10:27 pm

    This is a great book I&#39;m sure. Amy&#39;s blog is an awesome one to follow for help and this book has got to be the same. Thanks for taking part. <br /><br />vburr at charter dot net

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    Amanda Murphy
    March 3, 2011 at 10:38 pm

    What beautiful colors and designs. Great book!

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    grandmarockton
    March 3, 2011 at 10:39 pm

    please pick me I W A N T IT!

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    Tamar
    March 3, 2011 at 10:48 pm

    It looks like there are a lot of great patterns to choose from in this book!

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    Caitlin T.
    March 3, 2011 at 11:11 pm

    i love the quilt with the hope valley fabrics. such a simple but lovely pattern! thanks for the chance!

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    maeve315@msn.com
    March 3, 2011 at 11:15 pm

    I&#39;d love to win this book! Your Pinwheels quilt is gorgeous, by the way!!! Looks like summer . . .

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    Jenniffier
    March 3, 2011 at 11:20 pm

    I would like to add this book to my collection ๐Ÿ™‚

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    Painting 4 Him
    March 3, 2011 at 11:24 pm

    Oh, I would love to win this book, thank you so much for the opportunity.

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    Jill
    March 3, 2011 at 11:36 pm

    Beautiful quilts. Looove it!

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    ManglerofSushi
    March 3, 2011 at 11:38 pm

    This book looks awesome!! Thanks! <br /><br />spoonbaboon@yahoo.com

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    Mary Jo
    March 4, 2011 at 12:27 am

    Lovely book! So anxious to see more of it. MJ

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    Saundra
    March 4, 2011 at 12:37 am

    Would LOVE to win this book. The photos you have shown of the quilts in this book are great. I love fresh new ideas!

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    Shayla Sharp
    March 4, 2011 at 12:44 am

    The possibilities with these patterns are endless–wouldn&#39;t mind getting to check it out in person. ๐Ÿ˜‰

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    Liz Schaffner
    March 4, 2011 at 2:35 am

    The books looks great!<br />Now I just have to cross my fingers &amp; hope I win ..LOL

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    Ducks and Rabbits
    March 4, 2011 at 3:31 am

    I&#39;d love to win a copy of this book!

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    tusen
    March 4, 2011 at 4:05 am

    There are certainly more than two patterns I&#39;d love to try ๐Ÿ™‚

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    Hannah
    March 4, 2011 at 5:08 am

    These projects look great and &quot;sew&quot; good for a beginning quilter! Thanks for sharing!

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    lag123
    March 4, 2011 at 5:25 am

    This book is on my wishlist. Thanks for the giveaway!<br /><br />lag110 at mchsi dot com

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    Clothed in Scarlet
    March 4, 2011 at 6:06 am

    Wow! looks like a cool book. There are some really interesting patterns. Thank you for a chance to win a copy. Sarah

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    Patsy
    March 4, 2011 at 6:27 am

    Love your post featuring the book. There are some lovely quilts in it. Thanks for giving us the chance to win it. I love your blog! Have a blessed day!

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    Laurel
    March 4, 2011 at 6:41 am

    I love this blog world – jumped here from your gorgeous pattern at Moda bake shop and am so impressed, I&#39;ll be a daily visitor. Love the book – would love to win!

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    Happyme
    March 4, 2011 at 6:51 am

    The book looks fantastic, I would love a chance to win!<br />sraymer1@cox.net

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    Catswhiskers
    March 4, 2011 at 7:19 am

    I&#39;d love to have some help when choosing colours.<br />This book is perfect<br />Gina<br />http://gina-catswhiskers.blogspot.com/

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    Stormy Days
    March 4, 2011 at 7:30 am

    I feel the same way you do about finding patterns in books. I&#39;m happy if there are two that I want to make. The more I see of Amy&#39;s book, the more I want to make. Thanks for the chance.

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    Helle
    March 4, 2011 at 7:31 am

    Looks like a nice book! Thanks for the chance! hesabella(at)gmail(dot)com

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    Chris {frecklemama}
    March 4, 2011 at 7:36 am

    Oh the book looks delicious!

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    Peach Rainbow
    March 4, 2011 at 8:00 am

    I&#39;d love this book :)<br />Thanks for the chance!

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    Danielle
    March 4, 2011 at 8:06 am

    Count me in!

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    Alicia
    March 4, 2011 at 8:33 am

    Every &quot;blog tour&quot; showcase makes me more interested in this book, I am excited to see it in person! Thanks for sharing!

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    Dianne
    March 4, 2011 at 8:43 am

    I&#39;d love to win a copy of this book … I&#39;m a beginner who needs all the help she can get! Thanks for the giveaway! (dmlash04@msn.com)

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    Tiffani
    March 4, 2011 at 9:00 am

    I&#39;d love an opportunity to win this book. <br /><br />smittyznak@yahoo.com

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    neubiewaters
    March 4, 2011 at 9:01 am

    I&#39;d love to win. Been trying to get started making my girls a quilt for their bed for a while now. They want one made from Parisville :)<br />Thanks!<br />erin(dot)n(dot)waters(at)gmail(dot)com

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    ashley
    March 4, 2011 at 9:12 am

    This book looks great! Thanks for the giveaway!

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    Jennifer
    March 4, 2011 at 9:17 am

    How is it I am just now finding you!?!??! Can&#39;t wait to delve a little deeper and thanks for the wonderful giveaway…the book looks wonderful :0)

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    Lisa
    March 4, 2011 at 9:41 am

    very interesting patterns! i will definitely buy if i don&#39;t win.

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    Mary on Lake Pulaski
    March 4, 2011 at 9:52 am

    I would love to win a copy of Amy&#39;s book!

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    Nanbon44
    March 4, 2011 at 9:52 am

    I would love to win a copy

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    Melanie@Crafty Cupboard
    March 4, 2011 at 10:09 am

    I want this! These are my types of quilts, easy, fast, and geometric. I might have to put this on my birthday wish-list if I don&#39;t win!<br /><br />melcollette at gmail dot com

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    Amanda Shih
    March 4, 2011 at 10:14 am

    Pick me! Love all of those quilts in there!!

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    Jeanne
    March 4, 2011 at 10:15 am

    Thanks for sharing the great pictures of the book! Please add my name to the list of hopefuls.

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    domestiCass
    March 4, 2011 at 10:20 am

    I would love to win this book! It looks like there are some really great patterns in the book.

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    Bonnie
    March 4, 2011 at 10:24 am

    What a wonderful book. I would love to win it. Thanks for the chance.<br />browne426@hotmail.com

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    K8
    March 4, 2011 at 10:29 am

    I love the previews of this book – thanks for the chance to win!

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    Molly
    March 4, 2011 at 10:42 am

    These projects look really great! The pictures are inspiring and make me want to start cutting fabric to make the quilts pictured! Thanks for the giveaway!

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    Kristal
    March 4, 2011 at 10:45 am

    Looks like a really great book. Just those three photos gave me all kinds of ideas!

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    Jamie
    March 4, 2011 at 11:28 am

    I love the bold simplicity of these patterns! Thanks for sharing! <br /><br />EverSewClever@hotmail.com

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    CherrySprinkle
    March 4, 2011 at 11:40 am

    Thanks for the chance to win Amy!!! It looks like a beautiful book!

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    Janet
    March 4, 2011 at 11:54 am

    I think this book is just what I need to work on my stash. I would love to win it.

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    quiltzyx
    March 4, 2011 at 11:56 am

    Wow, what a wonderful book!<br />Thanks for the chance to win it.<br />;^)

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    Judi
    March 4, 2011 at 12:35 pm

    Beautiful quilts! Throw my name into the hat :)tjboyce@juno.com

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    jjd05c
    March 4, 2011 at 12:50 pm

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    jjd05c
    March 4, 2011 at 12:51 pm

    I&#39;d love to win this :)<br /><br />jjd05c (at) gmail (dot) com

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    mikeandnat
    March 4, 2011 at 12:56 pm

    I would love this book! So cute!

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    Dnowhat
    March 4, 2011 at 1:13 pm

    As a newborn quilter, this book looks like it would be a great learning tool. (dnowhat@gmail.com)

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    Naomi
    March 4, 2011 at 1:49 pm

    I have been loving this blog tour. I am so looking forward to getting this book – thanks for the chance to win a free copy (either way it will be on my bookshelf shortly!). fionabhair@gmail.com

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    meplus3
    March 4, 2011 at 1:59 pm

    Looks like a great book with beautiful projects<br />Amendelblatt at tampabay dot rr dot com

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    Mariel
    March 4, 2011 at 2:11 pm

    Oh my goodness, this is my kind of quilting book! I love that first one on the bed.I&#39;ve been wanting to make one for my bed and that is perfect. Love the colors too!

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    Carol
    March 4, 2011 at 2:30 pm

    I would love to win this book. I have been wanting to get into some more modern quilts. This would be a good place to start. Thanks for the giveaway.

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    Karyli
    March 4, 2011 at 2:36 pm

    Wow! Thanks for sharing a great book. I&#39;d love to try some of those beautiful quilts!

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    Cindy
    March 4, 2011 at 2:39 pm

    Love what you showed us from this book. Would love to win. Thanks for the opportunity!<br />Cindy<br />ckrut at hotmail dot com

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    Anonymous
    March 4, 2011 at 3:07 pm

    I would love a copy of this book. I am new to quilting and am just building my library :-)<br /><br />heather.prescott@mclaneco.com

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    Teresa Felgueiras
    March 4, 2011 at 3:15 pm

    The book looks great and the quilts are amazing. Count me in!

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    Anonymous
    March 4, 2011 at 3:34 pm

    These quilts are gorgeous! So colourful! I would love to win this book. Making quilts is so addicting, if you make one, you have to make another and another.<br />Cynthia<br />rockyroad@sasktel.net

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    okiedokie
    March 4, 2011 at 3:35 pm

    I would find that book very very helpful. Please enter me in the drawing.

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    Melody
    March 4, 2011 at 3:43 pm

    This book looks so fun! Love the sweetwater fabric quilt on the front!!

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    Virtudes
    March 4, 2011 at 3:48 pm

    Beautiful book. I would like to participate in the lottery. Thanks. Greetings.

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    Kathleen C.
    March 4, 2011 at 4:14 pm

    The quilts and colors in the book look lovely, and I always need help with color selection. I like the simple, contemporary lines of the blocks in the quilts. Thanks very much.

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    Eileen
    March 4, 2011 at 4:37 pm

    a great opportunity! thanks and have a great day.

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    Mark
    March 4, 2011 at 4:37 pm

    I&#39;ve only made 2 projects so far (am a complete beginner) so thus would be really helpful!

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    MachelleH
    March 4, 2011 at 4:52 pm

    I would love to have a copy. Thank you for the giveaway!

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    Marcie
    March 4, 2011 at 4:59 pm

    Love the sneek peeks I&#39;ve seen of this book! marciejohnson@shaw.ca

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    Lana
    March 4, 2011 at 6:18 pm

    What a wonderful book!!! I would love it! Just what I have seen is amazing and looks like lots of fun!<br />Thank you for such a neat giveaway!

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    The Rx quilter
    March 4, 2011 at 6:26 pm

    I have been checking this book out on so many blogs, what a great book for any quilter. I would love to win a copy to give my friend who is new to the quilting world! Lisa in Texas

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    Cherrybug
    March 4, 2011 at 6:36 pm

    What a great book! It makes quilting look like something I could do. I would love to try it out. Thank you for showing it on your blog.<br /><br />charityv@msn.com

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    quiltma
    March 4, 2011 at 6:42 pm

    Looks like a great book. Congrats to the lucky winner. And thanks for the giveaway

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    Diane
    March 4, 2011 at 6:55 pm

    I want to win -please pick me!!

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    Cherrybug
    March 4, 2011 at 7:00 pm

    What a great new book! It makes me think I would be able to quilt! Just maybe I will be lucky enough to try it out! Thank you.

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    Deb
    March 4, 2011 at 8:34 pm

    I&#39;m loving all of the quilts I see from this book – hope I win! Deb

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    Barb
    March 4, 2011 at 8:35 pm

    Knotted Squares is one of my favorites, too. Something tells me that there will be lots of versions seen in blogland soon ๐Ÿ˜€

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    Ramona
    March 4, 2011 at 9:06 pm

    The quilt on the front of the book is so cute and I like all the ones you showed. Hope I get lucky!

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    Joy
    March 4, 2011 at 9:20 pm

    This book looks wonderful!

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    Gwen
    March 4, 2011 at 9:28 pm

    What a wonderful book!!! How exciting it would be to win an autographed copy!!!! I&#39;ll be keeping my fingers crossed! ๐Ÿ™‚

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    Layton Mom
    March 4, 2011 at 9:53 pm

    I would love to have a copy of this book. arinlayton at gmail dot com

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    Jerusha Beckstead
    March 4, 2011 at 10:05 pm

    I just added this book to my wish list at Amazon so in the off case I don&#39;t win I will remember it as a book I need to look into.

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    Sandra
    March 4, 2011 at 10:13 pm

    Looks like this book is full of great ideas. Thanks for the opportunity to win!

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    Alyssa
    March 4, 2011 at 11:15 pm

    Oooo, lovely. I&#39;ll have to see about this one!

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    JanetK
    March 5, 2011 at 12:06 am

    Wouldn&#39;t it be great if more comments before you actually increased your odds of winning? Just a random thought – I&#39;m enjoying this book tour and will have to buy a copy if I don&#39;t win one!

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    Stacy
    March 5, 2011 at 12:45 am

    I inherited a stack of traditional quilt block books from my great aunt who was a high school home-ec teacher for over 40 years. They&#39;ve been my staple for ideas and techniques as I learn to sew and quilt. <br /><br />Today I bought a new Bernina, and learned a few new modern methods. Amy&#39;s book Modern Basics would make a great companion as I gain new skills.<br /><br />thanks for the

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    Mitchgreen
    March 5, 2011 at 1:39 am

    That picture with the green, brown and red quilt is stunning!!<br /><br />Would love to have a chance to win this book – looks fabulous!

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    Eli
    March 5, 2011 at 1:48 am

    I&#39;d love to win this book. It sounds perfect for me as I&#39;m trying to pluck up the courage to make my first big quilt.

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    Carla
    March 5, 2011 at 2:48 am

    Beautiful Quilts! I would love to win a copy of this book. I think it would be perfect for me as I&#39;m a beginner quilter. Thanks for a chance to win!

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    Brenda
    March 5, 2011 at 3:13 am

    These quilts look amazing. See a couple &quot;have to do&quot; in future. Jobrdah@hotmail.com

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    Quilter in the Gap
    March 5, 2011 at 6:08 am

    Love this book…thank you for the chance

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    Janice
    March 5, 2011 at 6:33 am

    I am a beginner quilter and would love to win this book – looks like lots of not-so complicated patterns! Thanks for the chance to win.

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    Marianne
    March 5, 2011 at 7:14 am

    Thanks for the sneak peaks, love the quilts, so simple!

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    deserae
    March 5, 2011 at 7:44 am

    This book looks awesome!

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    Bev
    March 5, 2011 at 9:07 am

    I&#39;m so excited for this book! I would love to make several of the patterns in this book.

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    J
    March 5, 2011 at 9:58 am

    Looks like I NEED this book! Hope I win.

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    Terry
    March 5, 2011 at 10:08 am

    Thanks for the opportunity to share this book! Now if i can just hold off ordering from amazon BEFORE the contest ends!

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    Jenna
    March 5, 2011 at 10:35 am

    This book looks like a ton of fun, thanks for the chance to win! <br /><br />jennalynnsews @ yahoo.com

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    Simone
    March 5, 2011 at 10:49 am

    Wonderful!<br />I would love to win this book.<br />Simone<br />blendenull(at)web(dot)de

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    Karen P.
    March 5, 2011 at 11:05 am

    I can&#39;t wait to read this!

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    ikkinlala
    March 5, 2011 at 11:16 am

    I&#39;d love a chance to win this book!<br /><br />ikkinlala AT yahoo DOT ca

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    marian
    March 5, 2011 at 11:20 am

    Gorgeous book &amp; gorgeous quilts to inspire!! <br />what a fabulous giveaway..thank you Amy!!

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    mab
    March 5, 2011 at 11:22 am

    GORGEOUS patterns! Thanks for the chance to enter. :)<br />mab(at)onepost(dot)net

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    Hi! My name is erica. Would you be my friend?
    March 5, 2011 at 11:31 am

    Thanks for the chance! ๐Ÿ™‚

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    Kari
    March 5, 2011 at 1:18 pm

    Those are some nice projects, and totally doable.

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    Evelene Sterling
    March 5, 2011 at 2:01 pm

    Love your blog and also a chance to win this book. Thanks for the contest.

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    jack
    March 5, 2011 at 3:08 pm

    Cool book!! Thanks for the chance to win one.<br />maxthebull@hotmail.com

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    Brie Henri
    March 5, 2011 at 4:28 pm

    I finally found a way to look at your site WHOO!<br /><br />So this book is like totally amazing right?

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    Crys
    March 5, 2011 at 7:12 pm

    Ohhh love the pictures of the book and the quilts. Me and my little helpers would love to win. ๐Ÿ™‚

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    Anonymous
    March 5, 2011 at 7:20 pm

    Thankyou for introducing me to Amy, I love the freshness of her designs. <br /><br />trudyseca@yahoo.com

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    Kirsten N
    March 5, 2011 at 7:38 pm

    This book looks wonderful – so mnay lovely quilts!

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    jessica
    March 5, 2011 at 7:58 pm

    Hooray! I need a book like this….I&#39;m probably at the end of my online guess work ability. ๐Ÿ™‚

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    DEAN FAMILY
    March 5, 2011 at 8:41 pm

    Oh what a fun new book, I would love to win it and get some quilting started again. Thanks!<br /><br />rhianneholmes@hotmail(dot)com

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    Pam
    March 5, 2011 at 8:52 pm

    This looks like the perfect book for me! I&#39;m new to your blog and a beginner quilter. I would love to have this book!

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    Jen O
    March 5, 2011 at 9:39 pm

    I can always use a good quilt book, especially one that has more than 1 or 2 projects that I would actually make (like you said in your post). Thanks!

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    Andy
    March 5, 2011 at 10:46 pm

    I love when my favorite blog-authors become book-authors as well! Thanks for the giveaway Amy &amp; Amy.

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    Pamela
    March 6, 2011 at 1:13 am

    I have been dying to check out her book!! Winning a signed copy would be even better!!!<br /><br />Thanks ladies.

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    Diana
    March 6, 2011 at 1:27 am

    I would love to win. This projects look doable for a newbie quilter like me.

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    cathy
    March 6, 2011 at 6:50 am

    The book looks terrific thanks for the opportunity to win

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    Cathy H.
    March 6, 2011 at 7:13 am

    Beautiful book and quilts. I can&#39;t wait to see a copy! Thanks for the chane to win one!

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    Dawn W
    March 6, 2011 at 8:52 am

    I can&#39;t believe I almost missed this giveaway just by not taking the time to not sign up for it! I absolutely LOVE the first pattern you showed, and then the second pattern, and then the third pattern … Looks wonderful!

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    Amy aka: ropergirl3
    March 6, 2011 at 9:02 am

    I hope I&#39;m not too late! I adore Amy&#39;s quilts and your blog too! heehee, thanks!

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    Andrea
    March 6, 2011 at 9:07 am

    yes!! I would LOVE to win this book. That first pattern you showed it beautiful and I want to try it!<br />abe814@gmail.com

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    Janet
    March 6, 2011 at 10:20 am

    What a beautiful new quilt book! I want it!

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    Emma
    March 6, 2011 at 1:09 pm

    I am reasonably new to quilting, and this book looks absolutley perfect.

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    Jenny
    March 6, 2011 at 4:43 pm

    This book looks fantastic, I can&#39;t wait to check it out. Thank you for the giveaway!

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    Sara's stampin cards
    March 6, 2011 at 7:09 pm

    This is my first time here and I&#39;m so glad the blog hop brought me here! I LOVE your work! I am new to quilting, I just bought a new sewing machine yesterday and can&#39;t wait to get to work on it. I can tell I&#39;ll be back here in the near future for inspiration and ideas! Thanks!

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    Tina
    March 6, 2011 at 11:13 pm

    What a fun book. Thanks for the giveaway!

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