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Monday, February 11, 2013

Hugs and Kisses!

Hugs and Kisses Baby Quilt
 
When the

was announced,
I knew just what pattern I wanted to make!

Katniss helped me find the fabric
 
This is a "tried and true" free pattern that
I found several years ago on the internet. 
It is from QuiltPox. Click here for this Free Pattern. 
 
I started with these fabrics.
I pulled the pink and greens and I am saving the red/brown/pink white for another "someday" project.
Cutting Complete
NOTE:  If you are making this whole quilt pattern, there  is an error on the QuiltPox site in the cutting chart.  You will need to cut DOUBLE the amount of background strips as listed in the instructions in order to get enough fabric to cut the pieces needed. The number of squares and rectangles IS CORRECT as stated. I have emailed the administrator of this site but received no reply.  The site no longer appears to be active at this time.  The free patterns are a great legacy for online quilters.
 
On to the sewing ...
chain piece
nest seams
have quilty kitty inspect
 
pin and remove
 
]
or no pins
 
I very often do not pin these easy to match seams, just nest them carefully and align them by touch as they go under the presser foot.  My eyesight is not good so I do a lot by of things by touch and feel.
 
Press all one way
 
Note:  When piecing the blocks together, turn the x's one way and the o's the other so that the pressed seams will be in opposite directions for easy nesting of the seams.
 
Xs and Os
layout
top complete
 
a pieced back

For the backing, I needed to come up with a piecing plan as I am only using fabrics from my stash and I did not find enough anything I liked to use as a whole back.  I like pieced backs anyway sometimes.  So I used a pink calico and the rest of a white tone on tone to make a "double zipper" back and included one of the ...
 Scrappy Pink Heart Blocks that I made for the RSC2013.
 
On to the quilting! ...
 
I did straight line echo quilting to make the Xs and Os stand out

The quilting took me about a week with many breaks to rest my hands and back.  Photos and story of my quilting journey.

quilting complete!

quilting closeup

hand sewing the binding to the back 
Quilt Complete!
 
Backing

Quilty Kitty Approved

Katniss and I are very pleased with this quilt.
 

Over the years, I have made block for this quilt pattern in a variety of baby fabrics and colors with the Quilt & Needle Quilty Aunties to welcome many babies into this world.  One of my most popular posts is this one, More Blooms and Baby Quilts, where I have a picture of one of these scrappy group quilts which I quilted and bound ...
 
Scrappy Hugs and Kisses Quilty Auntie Baby Quilt
 
This is my favorite baby quilt pattern and I hope you will enjoy it, too.
 
Once I started making hearts, I could not stop and I have also made couple of smaller projects ...

 Hugs & Kisses  Mini Quilt
 close up

... made with one extra  block.  When I home quilt a quilt on my regular sewing machine, I like to do a test project of my planned quilting and batting before I start quilting the larger quilt.  I finally decided to go with the straight line quilting on the Mini Quilt for the larger quilt.  In the process, I also tried FMQ and a heart shape so ...
 
I also made a couple of ...
Heart Shaped Mug Rugs!
White Edge Heart Mug Rug, machine binding
 
Pink Edge Heart Mug Rug, hand-sewn binding
 
 
For my Hugs & Kisses Giveaway, I will use a random number generator to select one lucky winner to receive one of these Mug Rugs.  I will even let my winner chose which one.  To enter to win, please leave me one lovely comment and be sure that I can contact you by email to let you know that you have won and to get your address. You do not have be a follower to be eligible.  Also, if you do not wish to be in the giveaway and wish to comment, please do so and just tell me that you do not wish to be a part of the giveaway.  I will send my Mug Rug anywhere in the world.

For a second chance to win, leave a second comment telling me you are a follower.

One winner will be chosen at random from all entries by midnight February 15th EST.

The winner will be announced here on my blog on February 16th.
 

To get many more Hugs and Kisses,
please also visit all the other blogs on the hop today ...

Monday February 11th








Life in the Scrapatch (you are here!)

 
Thanks to Jane and to Madame Samm

for running this lovely blog hop!

So you do not miss a stop, you may find the

Full Blog Hop Schedule Here

Thanks for stopping by and visiting me!

Have a Happy Heart Day!

[Tuesday, Feb 12th EDIT:  I am so happy that so many have enjoyed my post and have left me wonderfully encouraging comments. I love visiting and sharing and making new quilty friends online. I shall be enjoying the fun hugs and kisses all week. Thank You, everyone!]

XOXOXO

<3

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201 comments:

  1. tubilinha tiacarminhaFebruary 11, 2013 at 12:28 AM

    Obrigada por me ensinar fazer esta beleza,parabéns pela escolha das cores,ficou linda.Gostaria de ter seu coração,obrigada.


    tiacarminhapezzuto@gmail.com.






    Sou seguidora

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  2. Judy BFebruary 11, 2013 at 1:09 AM

    LOVE your baby quilt, minis and adorable heart mug rugs! Thank you for sharing and the great giveaway. jbechosend at sbcglobal dot net

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  3. Judy BFebruary 11, 2013 at 1:10 AM

    I am a follower, GFC! jbechosend at sbcglobal dot net

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  4. NatiFebruary 11, 2013 at 1:51 AM

    Absolutely love that quilt, what a great pattern and love your colour scheme!

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  5. TinaFebruary 11, 2013 at 1:52 AM

    What a wonderful quilt!
    Love the cat :-)

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  6. JanaramaFebruary 11, 2013 at 1:54 AM

    Your hugs and kisses quilt is just beautiful! I also love your mug rugs and mini quilt. Great idea to do a test piece.

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  7. JanaramaFebruary 11, 2013 at 1:56 AM

    I'm a new follower via GFC. Forgot to tell you I really like the pieced back.

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  8. GrammasheriFebruary 11, 2013 at 1:57 AM

    Your cat is a quilty companion, I can tell! I miss my kitty very much. We had her for 18 years though so I can't complain...a long life for a kitty!

    The quilt is so pretty and I really like the quilting you did...An echo-kind of effect.

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  9. MartinaFebruary 11, 2013 at 2:10 AM

    Love your baby quilt and the back is just great too! Very sweet projects!

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  10. NiniFebruary 11, 2013 at 3:12 AM

    Wonderful quilt! Thanks for sharing!
    Greetings from Germany
    Nicole

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  11. AnonymousFebruary 11, 2013 at 3:32 AM

    A BEAUTIFUL QUILT. THE HEART MUG RUGS ARE ADORABLE.

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  12. KarenFebruary 11, 2013 at 3:37 AM

    Your quit is truly lovely, thanks for sharing.

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  13. JeanieFebruary 11, 2013 at 4:18 AM

    Love your quilts and the mug rugs! I also love the heavy line quilting. Thanks for sharing and I hope you aren't snowed in!

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  14. Janine @ Rainbow HareFebruary 11, 2013 at 4:34 AM

    That's a great pattern and your quilt is beautiful :)

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  15. Britt-IngerFebruary 11, 2013 at 4:51 AM

    Your quilt is so wonderful and you have told a lovely story too. Thanks for sharing

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  16. Sowing StitchesFebruary 11, 2013 at 4:55 AM

    Such a sweet pattern!
    And I LOVE how you created the back of your quilt!!! :)

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  17. charlotteFebruary 11, 2013 at 5:00 AM

    Love the baby quilt. The colors are really perfect together. What is the cute fabric line you used?

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  18. GillFebruary 11, 2013 at 5:01 AM

    What a great quilt! I love the pattern and I'm off to check out the link - Thank you!
    I would love to win one of your cute heartshaped mug rugs!

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  19. GillFebruary 11, 2013 at 5:01 AM

    I'm a happy follower!

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  20. DebbyFebruary 11, 2013 at 5:23 AM

    Lovely quilt! Your quilting is awesome, too. Kudos for doing it all so well - those lines are so straight. Thanks for sharing today.

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  21. Vroomans' QuiltsFebruary 11, 2013 at 5:25 AM

    I just love your quilt! Oh, my - I do know what it takes to do that much straight line quilting and it is just wonderful - what added texture and dimension to this sweet quilt.

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  22. CathFebruary 11, 2013 at 5:35 AM

    I love your quilt....it is so pretty and the way you quilted it is so effective. Gorgeous!
    Cath @ Bits 'n Bobs

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  23. ThearicaFebruary 11, 2013 at 6:00 AM

    I bet that quilt makes top 3 today... It is gorgeous! :)

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  24. Busy Quilting MamaFebruary 11, 2013 at 6:20 AM

    This quilt is awesome! I love the colors and design. Thank you for sharing.

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  25. Judy Cooper Textile ArtistFebruary 11, 2013 at 6:42 AM

    Nice work!

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  26. Daryl @ Patchouli Moon StudioFebruary 11, 2013 at 6:44 AM

    You have so many lovely projects that you shared today.

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  27. QuiltsmilesFebruary 11, 2013 at 6:55 AM

    Beautiful quilt and love the way you quilted it. Jane

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  28. QuiltsmilesFebruary 11, 2013 at 6:55 AM

    I already follow you. Jane

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  29. Katie February 11, 2013 at 7:01 AM

    love all the projects that you completed and that quilt pattern has been on my to go project list for a while so I will definatly be checking out that tutorial.

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  30. Katie February 11, 2013 at 7:01 AM

    follower for a while

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  31. Lisa @ Two Bears FarmFebruary 11, 2013 at 7:02 AM

    Oh wow. It's so gorgeous! I really love the colors you chose. So pretty!

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  32. Amy CFebruary 11, 2013 at 7:09 AM

    I love those mug rugs. They are beautiful!
    campbellamyd at gmail dot com

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  33. Teatime CreationsFebruary 11, 2013 at 7:10 AM

    What a wonderful quilt. Such gentle colors. An artwork on both front and back.

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  34. Teatime CreationsFebruary 11, 2013 at 7:10 AM

    I just became a follower.

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  35. JoyceLMFebruary 11, 2013 at 7:10 AM

    Thanks for sharing all your wonderful projects. And thanks for the link to the Hugs & Kisses quilt patter.

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  36. JoyceLMFebruary 11, 2013 at 7:11 AM

    I'm a follower - thanks for the chance to win.

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  37. GwenFebruary 11, 2013 at 7:27 AM

    Your quilt turned out so lovely--and you did a great job on the quilting! Your little mug rugs are really cute too!

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  38. GwenFebruary 11, 2013 at 7:28 AM

    I started following you at the last hop! Thanks for giving us a chance to win one of your creations!

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  39. gpcFebruary 11, 2013 at 7:33 AM

    What a beautiful quilt! And I am in awe of people like you who actually finish what you start, lol.

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  40. SparkyFebruary 11, 2013 at 7:35 AM

    how pretty..the colours you used for your baby quilt is a delight and it is a fairly large quilt isn't it..
    love your heart mug rugs too

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  41. Marjorie's Busy CornerFebruary 11, 2013 at 7:43 AM

    I love your quilt...such soft colors in your fabric choices...love it! would love to have one of your mug rugs.

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  42. Marjorie's Busy CornerFebruary 11, 2013 at 7:43 AM

    I do follow via GFC

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  43. Deb CFebruary 11, 2013 at 7:46 AM

    You do lovely work. I really like the quilts you made for this hop. The mug rugs are very pretty but I don't need any at this time, please send them somewhere else if I win. Thank you.

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  44. MommarockFebruary 11, 2013 at 7:52 AM

    Oh my goodness you got so much done some quickly! Put me to shame for sure. It is quite beautiful!!

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  45. DebbieFebruary 11, 2013 at 8:00 AM

    Beautiful quilt....and great job on it.

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  46. SewgreenFebruary 11, 2013 at 8:05 AM

    I love that quilt! that pattern is adorable! and the heart on the back is great!

    I have a kitty inspector also! always there helping!

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  47. MichelleFebruary 11, 2013 at 8:19 AM

    I absolutely love your Hugs and Kisses quilt. You did such a fabulous job piecing it together! I so love Irish Chains but have the most difficult time sewing squares. It's frustrating cause it seems that it should be so easy. Thanks for sharing!!

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  48. MaraFebruary 11, 2013 at 8:30 AM

    I love the quilt you made and the colors you picked out, and the backing, okay just all of it, it turned out wonderful!

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  49. Quilting BabciaFebruary 11, 2013 at 8:36 AM

    What a sweet baby quilt, I can see why it's a favorite of yours. Thanks for the link to the pattern too!

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  50. CalicojoanFebruary 11, 2013 at 8:43 AM

    Ohhhh do I love this. For someone who tells us eyesite isn't that great, you quilting is spectacular. I love love love the fabric colors your chose, and the quilting is just spectacular!

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  51. UnknownFebruary 11, 2013 at 8:44 AM

    Love your quilt!

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  52. UnknownFebruary 11, 2013 at 8:45 AM

    Forgot to leave my eaddress with my comment. Nancy: rangerer@sbcglobal.net

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  53. UnknownFebruary 11, 2013 at 8:46 AM

    I am a follower. Nancy: rangerer@sbcglobal.net

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  54. Kathy @ Kwilty PleasuresFebruary 11, 2013 at 8:47 AM

    Love your quilt and great quilting. Straight line quilting does take a lot out of your back! Thanks for the giveaway!

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  55. Siouxzq64@gmail.comFebruary 11, 2013 at 8:49 AM

    Lovely quilt I am going to have to go and search out that pattern and add it to my to do list. Great quilting also.

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  56. DorianFebruary 11, 2013 at 9:00 AM

    I, too, love this pattern. And you did such a beautiful job!!! I love the pieced back too. Do you have plans for this quilt? or are you saving it for your first Grandchild?

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  57. CliodanaFebruary 11, 2013 at 9:01 AM

    beautiful this quilt, like your supervisor cat! cute
    thank's for the chance to win, your mug rug are georgous. have a nice day

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  58. http://thankfullga447February 11, 2013 at 9:03 AM

    The colors just snap in your quilts and love the way you quilted the hearts.

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  59. Rosemary B❤️February 11, 2013 at 9:05 AM

    Rosemary B here: Holy COW! your creations are always amazing. LOVE everything you made here -- and Katniss approved!!!
    Thank you for sharing your creativity

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  60. JudyCinNCFebruary 11, 2013 at 9:09 AM

    Very LOVEly projects and thank you for sharing your process. I love all the colors and thank you for making the Kisses and Hugs Blog Hop so much fun and giving all of us a chance to win. Judy C in NC

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  61. JudyCinNCFebruary 11, 2013 at 9:10 AM

    A devoted follower who thanks you for your participation in this wonderful hop. Judy C in NC

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  62. loreneFebruary 11, 2013 at 9:11 AM

    Love your quilt! And I love the mug rugs too. Arent these blog hops fun?

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  63. vickiFebruary 11, 2013 at 9:14 AM

    Lovely! So many pretty things... Thanks for the giveaway. vickise at gmail dot com

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  64. vickiFebruary 11, 2013 at 9:15 AM

    I am a follower via email. Thanks again. vickise at gmail dot com

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  65. legato1958February 11, 2013 at 9:18 AM

    Love your quilts and mug rugs! And your special quilty kitty helper!
    I enjoyed your blog!

    susie
    legato1958@aol.com

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  66. KaHollyFebruary 11, 2013 at 9:18 AM

    Sweet!! I loved the quilting!

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  67. SandraFebruary 11, 2013 at 9:20 AM

    I am a follower and have and will always enjoy my time spent with you on your fun and entertaining blog.

    Sandi Timmons
    sandit1@sbcglobal.net

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  68. SandraFebruary 11, 2013 at 9:22 AM

    I remember that Hugs and Kisses quilt pattern. I will have to print this again and make this in red and white. What a great Valentine's Day present you have just given all of us. I have always wanted to win a mug rug. Thank you for the chance to win and for making this Hug and Kisses blog hop so much fun. Happy Valentine's Day to you.

    Sandi Timmons
    sandit1sbcglobal.net

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  69. Vicki HFebruary 11, 2013 at 9:27 AM

    Lovely quilt. I like the way you quilted it. Having an onsite inspector is great.

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  70. Vicki HFebruary 11, 2013 at 9:27 AM

    I am also a happy follower.

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  71. TammyFebruary 11, 2013 at 9:27 AM

    What amazeing quilty projects. Love those mug rugs. Thank you for the chnce to enter such a wonderful giveaway. conn_and_vans_mom(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  72. sew.darn.quiltFebruary 11, 2013 at 9:28 AM

    Such a sweet baby quilt and the quilting is perfect:)
    Thank you for the chance

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  73. TammyFebruary 11, 2013 at 9:35 AM

    I am new to your blog. I have started following you on Pinterest and now following your blog as well via GFC.conn_and_vans_mom(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  74. Katherine McNeeseFebruary 11, 2013 at 9:37 AM

    lovely pink and green quilt and LOVE the heart mugs!

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  75. Katherine McNeeseFebruary 11, 2013 at 9:37 AM

    lovely pink and green quilt and LOVE the heart mugs!

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  76. Sandy DFebruary 11, 2013 at 9:40 AM

    What a great idea for your backing.I love the baby quilt and other projects.

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  77. Agnes B. BullockFebruary 11, 2013 at 9:43 AM

    Your quilt is amazing! I adore the colors you used!

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  78. LindaFebruary 11, 2013 at 9:45 AM

    Your quilt is just gorgeous! What a great Valentine project!

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  79. LindaFebruary 11, 2013 at 9:45 AM

    Your quilt is just gorgeous! What a great Valentine project!

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  80. AnonymousFebruary 11, 2013 at 10:05 AM

    Hi Pat-I love your X's and O's and especially your cute mug rugs, but more importantly your "inspector"! I have 3 feline helpers to "assist" me. Thanks for sharing your creativity with us.

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  81. BrendaFebruary 11, 2013 at 10:09 AM

    Love all the projects that you made. I really love the quilt.

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  82. Joyce CarterFebruary 11, 2013 at 10:12 AM

    I absolutely love your baby quilt. The colors are my favorite color combo. Thank you so much for sharing and for the great giveaway.

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  83. krislovesfabricFebruary 11, 2013 at 10:16 AM

    The quilting on your quilt looks so beautiful...and your mug rugs are too...I love that you bound them heart shaped!!

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  84. Mary AnnFebruary 11, 2013 at 10:24 AM

    Thank you for sharing. I love the hugs and kisses pattern. I need to add it to my someday list!

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  85. Mary AnnFebruary 11, 2013 at 10:25 AM

    I follow on google reader!

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  86. Needled MomFebruary 11, 2013 at 10:27 AM

    That is just beautiful and your quilting reaaly makes it all come to life!

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  87. LouFebruary 11, 2013 at 10:35 AM

    Stunning quilt and quilting! You did an awesome job!!!!

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  88. Stacey NapierFebruary 11, 2013 at 10:37 AM

    I'm so glad your post made it! I just adore the quilt - it's so happy and full of LOVE!

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  89. LynFebruary 11, 2013 at 10:42 AM

    Thanks for sharing the quilt process great! I love the pink edge heart. Thanks for being part of the hop!

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  90. ljeanneFebruary 11, 2013 at 10:43 AM

    I have been looking for a sweet quilt pattern for a baby girl. I think I have found it. Thanks for posting this.

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  91. LynFebruary 11, 2013 at 10:44 AM

    Yes I am a follower! Thanks

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  92. HeatherK @ A Reformed Heath'nFebruary 11, 2013 at 10:45 AM

    Haven't played with shaped mug rugs at all. Clever idea. The quilt is super cute, too. Thanks for sharing :)

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  93. evelynFebruary 11, 2013 at 11:03 AM

    Kitty has great taste! Love the front and the back. Your machine quilting adds so much too.

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  94. Connie Kresin CampbellFebruary 11, 2013 at 11:05 AM

    What a beautiful quilt and Katniss picked the perfect fabrics! Love the quilting and backing!

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  95. Jane's Fabrics and QuiltsFebruary 11, 2013 at 11:14 AM

    Oh goodness, I am soooooo in love with your quilt. I just can't stand it. Pink and green, perfect. the quilting stunning. Your mug-rugs, just darling. Binding on a curve is hard and yours is perfect!

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  96. CharlotteTFebruary 11, 2013 at 11:20 AM

    I absoutely love that quilt, and the last mug rug was so nice!! I enjoy your site, always.

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  97. CharlotteTFebruary 11, 2013 at 11:21 AM

    I hope i'm not a no-reply blogger again!

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  98. Quilt n QueenFebruary 11, 2013 at 11:22 AM

    Thanks for sharing your quilt making journey. It is beautiful...love the pink and green and the quilting is perfect. Great job...love the heart mug rugs too. Happy stitching, Pauline

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  99. WendyFebruary 11, 2013 at 11:26 AM

    your quilt is gorgeous, the quilting is just beautiful and I love the pieced heart on the back

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  100. Gmama JaneFebruary 11, 2013 at 11:31 AM

    Cute Cute Cute!! Love your projects and all the Love put into them! The pink and green are afavorite color combo of mine
    Hug and Kisses Blessings
    Gmama Jane

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  101. TeriFebruary 11, 2013 at 11:37 AM

    Love the baby quilt and the back is darling......your mug rugs are a wonderful giveaway ......thanks

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  102. DiannFebruary 11, 2013 at 11:45 AM

    Your X's and O's quilt is my very favorite of the blog hop so far. I really like everything about it. Great job.

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  103. java divaFebruary 11, 2013 at 11:51 AM

    Your quilting is phenomenal! Makes me want to try it now, but I must wait and practice alot. Interesting that you have the patience to spend a week quilting, but of course, with painful wrists that's not much choice you get.

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  104. ✄ Erin @ Sew at Home Mummy ✄February 11, 2013 at 12:14 PM

    Beautiful! I love how you pieced the backing, too! I'm starting to do this more and more with my quilts..love the fact it makes it 'reversible'!

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  105. LindaFebruary 11, 2013 at 12:19 PM

    Oooo I LOVE your straight line quilting! I've pinned it to my inspiration board.

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  106. Fiddlesticks and HumilityFebruary 11, 2013 at 12:34 PM

    Very nice! I like peiced backings.

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  107. Teresa QuiltsFebruary 11, 2013 at 12:44 PM

    I love the quilt, mug rugs, and fabrics you used. They are awesome!!

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  108. Teresa QuiltsFebruary 11, 2013 at 12:49 PM

    I am a new follower, too!

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  109. SallieFebruary 11, 2013 at 12:53 PM

    Love your quilt (and your quilt inspector). Thanks for the tutorial and giveaway!

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  110. Fiber BabbleFebruary 11, 2013 at 12:53 PM

    What a wonderful and versatile pattern - thank you for sharing it and giving the warning about the cutting instructions :-)

    I love the straight line quilting you chose for this one, it's very effective!

    (Oh, don't enter me in the drawing - I just wanted to comment on your lovely project!)

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  111. SallieFebruary 11, 2013 at 12:53 PM

    I'm a follower.

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  112. carlaFebruary 11, 2013 at 1:13 PM

    Hi!! They are all very pretty!!! Loving the pink and green!!! Thank You

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  113. Kathy HFebruary 11, 2013 at 1:31 PM

    Very pretty big quilt and I love the little ones and the mug rugs too. WOuld love the chance to win one of those. Your quilting is so neat and beautiful too.

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  114. Loves to QuiltFebruary 11, 2013 at 1:38 PM

    Oh, I love your quilt! Congrats on your great projects!

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  115. DianaFebruary 11, 2013 at 1:39 PM

    Love the quilts, fabric and mug rugs. Thanks for the giveaway.

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  116. StitchinByTheLakeFebruary 11, 2013 at 1:39 PM

    What a lovely quilt! The colors are wonderful and the quilting sets them off beautifully! blessings, marlene

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  117. UnknownFebruary 11, 2013 at 1:47 PM

    Wow very pretty quilt!!!! And the heart mug rug is just adorable....thanks for the wonderful tutorial..Happy Valenitnes' Day

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  118. carlaFebruary 11, 2013 at 2:13 PM

    Hi!!! I am a happy follower and Thanks for the fun give away!!!

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  119. Pat V.February 11, 2013 at 2:18 PM

    Thanks for sharing the Hugs and Kisses pattern. I've filed it away for future quilting!

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  120. Just Quilt ItFebruary 11, 2013 at 2:18 PM

    The hugs and kisses baby quilt is beautiful! I will definitely have to get that pattern. The mug rugs are really cute. You do beautiful work.

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  121. Just Quilt ItFebruary 11, 2013 at 2:18 PM

    I am a new follower, although, I have been on your site before!

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  122. DeAnna February 11, 2013 at 2:40 PM

    Great quilt and your quilting technique is superb! The mug rugs are a great idea. Excellent work and excellent projects. Thanks for sharing and thanks for the giveaway!

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  123. DeAnna February 11, 2013 at 2:40 PM

    I'm a follower

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  124. VickieFebruary 11, 2013 at 2:44 PM

    Your quilt is really pretty and I am "sew" impressed with your quilting ! WOW. Glad you shared it.

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  125. Shannon MeyerFebruary 11, 2013 at 2:48 PM

    Very pretty quilts. And I love the mug mats, those are projects more on my skill level:)

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  126. Scrapbook-ChickADoodleFebruary 11, 2013 at 2:56 PM

    Great projects. Your quillting is outstanding.
    Thanks for the opportunity to win.

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  127. Mrs.PicklesFebruary 11, 2013 at 3:08 PM

    lovely work!

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  128. LindaFebruary 11, 2013 at 3:18 PM

    Love the Hugs and Kisses quilt. The mug rugs are so cute. Thanks for sharing.

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  129. lefuntzFebruary 11, 2013 at 3:26 PM

    Beautiful baby quilt! I love the quilting. Katniss approved too!

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  130. ElizabethFebruary 11, 2013 at 3:28 PM

    Beautiful quilt and I love the pieced back! I've been doing more of that myself and find it fun and interesting. Thanks for sharing your projects!

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  131. BethFebruary 11, 2013 at 3:31 PM

    These are quite sweet. Thanks for sharing the quilt pattern and also showing us how to make a version in time for Valentine's Day.

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  132. BethFebruary 11, 2013 at 3:31 PM

    I'm a brand-new follower.

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  133. Kathy LFebruary 11, 2013 at 3:32 PM

    Love all your projects. Hope I win.

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  134. MarieFebruary 11, 2013 at 3:37 PM

    This is really sweet - thanks so much for the pattern and the tutorial. It looks like it would go together quite quickly.

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  135. Pink Scissors DesignFebruary 11, 2013 at 4:03 PM

    Beautiful quilt and cute mug rugs!

    Deborah
    pinkscissorsdesign @gmail .com

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  136. ShaunaFebruary 11, 2013 at 4:09 PM

    wow so so cute love them and thanks for the chance

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  137. Bonnie58February 11, 2013 at 4:11 PM

    Love the quilt. it is gorgeous. Thanks for the opportunity on the draw. I would love a mugrug.
    bonnielarson58@gmail.com

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  138. quiltmaFebruary 11, 2013 at 4:28 PM

    I am a new follower and enjoyed looking at your blog and even more excited to see what comes next.

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  139. quiltmaFebruary 11, 2013 at 4:29 PM

    I love the Hugs and Kisses quilt. It looks like something I would love to do in the future.

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  140. UnknownFebruary 11, 2013 at 4:41 PM

    Really nice quilting on your quilt - Also i like the heart shaped mug rugs. Thanks for sharing!

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  141. KathleenFebruary 11, 2013 at 5:03 PM

    love the mug rugs....thank you for the giveaway....

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  142. JDFebruary 11, 2013 at 5:08 PM

    I loved you machine quilting one the quilt and the much rugs are so cute.

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  143. Rina MasonFebruary 11, 2013 at 5:20 PM

    Love all the projects and your quilting is beautiful,hopefully mine will be as good one day. Thanks for the link to the pattern.

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  144. Rina MasonFebruary 11, 2013 at 5:21 PM

    I am now a follower!

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  145. Christine LFebruary 11, 2013 at 6:03 PM

    Oh my Gosh! What Lovely Quilting projects you have to share! They are all amazing! That pieced backing is awesome! Thanks you for sharing so many hugs and kisses!!!

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  146. MoeWestFebruary 11, 2013 at 6:22 PM

    Your quilt is fabulous! The way you chose to quilt it really enhances the block design.

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  147. MoeWestFebruary 11, 2013 at 6:22 PM

    I'm a follower. Thanks for the giveaway.

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  148. thepiececorpsFebruary 11, 2013 at 6:24 PM

    Great quilt and love the quilting! B-)

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  149. AnonymousFebruary 11, 2013 at 6:28 PM

    What lovely work. Enjoy viewing them all. Thanks for sharing and the giveaway.

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  150. thepiececorpsFebruary 11, 2013 at 6:30 PM

    Follower B-)

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  151. Carol SwiftFebruary 11, 2013 at 6:50 PM

    Your quilt is just so beautiful...love the colors and the pattern!

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  152. pippiroseFebruary 11, 2013 at 6:54 PM

    Your quilt is just gorgeous! And I love your cat!
    :o)
    pippirose59 at gmail dot com

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  153. maggieFebruary 11, 2013 at 7:28 PM

    Wow! Lovely quilt and great fabrics! well done.
    cheers
    maggie
    maggiemine42@gmail.com

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  154. The Slow QuilterFebruary 11, 2013 at 7:29 PM

    That is a most lovely quilt, and I love the mug rugs too. The white eged on is my favorit.

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  155. JoyFebruary 11, 2013 at 7:29 PM

    I love the pink and green color combination. Also the way you quilted it gave me inspiration for a UFO I have!

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  156. The Slow QuilterFebruary 11, 2013 at 7:29 PM

    I am a follower.

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  157. tink's momFebruary 11, 2013 at 8:25 PM

    Love all of your contributions especially the heart shaped mug rug. Quilt Kitty is charming.

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  158. Marla's CraftsFebruary 11, 2013 at 8:34 PM

    Your pieces turned out really well and the mug rug for the give away is so cute.

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  159. Michele TFebruary 11, 2013 at 8:36 PM

    I love your style!! You have a great ideas for colour and design too! Toss my name in the hat to win one of your hearts... it'll be a tough choice between the two if I do win!

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  160. Farm QuilterFebruary 11, 2013 at 8:36 PM

    Love love love your projects!!! Your quilting really enhances their beauty, adding such awesome texture!!!

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  161. Farm QuilterFebruary 11, 2013 at 8:36 PM

    I am an old follower - thank you for the opportunity to win your adorable mug rug!!!

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  162. Quilter KathyFebruary 11, 2013 at 8:47 PM

    Beautiful quilt...mint green and pink are one of my favorite colour combos. So pretty! And the quilting is awesome too. I'll have to look for that fabric line...it's all beautiful!

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  163. Cathy's ChatterFebruary 11, 2013 at 8:58 PM

    Absolutely lovely! I really like your heart shapedg rug mugs too! I have never tried to piece a backing, you have inspired me! Thanks for sharin

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  164. PattyFebruary 11, 2013 at 9:19 PM

    Your quilts are so pretty. And I LOVE the mug rugs. Thanks for giving one away. Hope its me. LOL

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  165. WendyFebruary 11, 2013 at 9:38 PM

    Your quilt is so lovely. And what a fun mug rug!

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  166. tpottFebruary 11, 2013 at 9:58 PM

    Hi, I'm new follower #150 YAY!

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  167. tpottFebruary 11, 2013 at 10:08 PM

    I love everything about Valentine's day and Valentine is also my maiden name. Great X and O quilt, love the quilting and the scrappy pink heart block that you put on the back. You're very lucky to have your own quilt inspector/assistant. ;-> Toni Anne

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  168. Teresa in Music CityFebruary 11, 2013 at 10:10 PM

    I just love your Hugs & Kisses baby quilt! And the quilting you did was definitely worth the work - lovely!!!

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  169. Teresa in Music CityFebruary 11, 2013 at 10:10 PM

    I'm a follower too :*)

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  170. NikitaFebruary 11, 2013 at 10:21 PM

    h my.. that is darling! I think you just helped me decide on waht to make for a friend.

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  171. Anda WFebruary 11, 2013 at 10:24 PM

    I am a new follower! awolk at rogers dot com

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  172. Anda WFebruary 11, 2013 at 10:25 PM

    I love your adorable projects! awolk at rogers dot com

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  173. LJFebruary 11, 2013 at 10:40 PM

    Love the quilt and the colors you chose. I am going to check out that pattern; that's how much I love your quilt. Happy V Day!

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  174. MarcyFebruary 11, 2013 at 11:10 PM

    How sweet! The mug rugs are cute too!

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  175. CeciliaFebruary 11, 2013 at 11:33 PM

    I love your quilt! Your mug rugs are cute too. I would love to win one. Thanks for sharing.

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  176. CeciliaFebruary 11, 2013 at 11:33 PM

    I'm a new follower.

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  177. JudyFebruary 12, 2013 at 1:16 AM

    Love your quilts and thank you for the pattern and info. Love your quilting too. Great job on all your projects.

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  178. AmyFebruary 12, 2013 at 1:29 AM

    I love your quilt. Your quilting is just divine!

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  179. marslauraFebruary 12, 2013 at 1:38 AM

    I love your mug rugs!!!

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  180. Rhonda D.February 12, 2013 at 4:05 AM

    I love your quilt, mug rugs & FMQ.
    I want to try FMQ someday. Thanks for the chance to win!

    wigglypup2(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  181. Rhonda D.February 12, 2013 at 4:09 AM

    I am a new follower by GFC. Glad I
    found you!

    wigglypup2(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  182. Lavonna ZWBFebruary 12, 2013 at 5:45 AM

    Such a beautiful quilt! Thank you so much for sharing with us!

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  183. Eat Sleep QuiltFebruary 12, 2013 at 10:21 AM

    Your quilt is beautiful, I really like the quilting on it!

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  184. JudithFebruary 12, 2013 at 10:56 PM

    Love the fabric for your sweet quilt and mug rugs. Thanks for sharing...Judith, Texas

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  185. DerrithFebruary 12, 2013 at 11:58 PM

    I love this quilt and your blog. I have nominated you for the Liebster Award. Participation is entirely voluntary. I don't know if you've been nominated before, but if not, and you'd like to participate, please see instructions on my blog. Thank you. -Derrith S. tiedupinribbon.blogspot.com

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  186. BizyStitchesFebruary 13, 2013 at 12:09 AM

    I have always loved greens and pinks together. Thanks for the chance to win one of your mug rugs.

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  187. Elita@Busy Needle QuiltingFebruary 13, 2013 at 8:06 AM

    I love that X & O pattern! Thanks so much for giving links to the pattern or a tutorial with your pictures. It's so nice to have those at your fingertips. I also really like your quilted minis and the mug rugs are adorable! Keep up the great work!

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  188. Elita@Busy Needle QuiltingFebruary 13, 2013 at 8:08 AM

    I'm also a new follower! :-)

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  189. hueiseiFebruary 13, 2013 at 12:19 PM

    Love those mug rugs...

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  190. hueiseiFebruary 13, 2013 at 12:19 PM

    I'm a follower

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  191. MichelleFebruary 13, 2013 at 2:42 PM

    That's such a pretty quilt!

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  192. Mary E. StephensFebruary 13, 2013 at 4:44 PM

    That is a very pretty quilt. I'm especially fond of pink and green. The backing is a nice touch too. :-)

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  193. The4RsFebruary 13, 2013 at 10:18 PM

    wow, even a snowstorm doesn't keep you from your part in the hop! love your designs and such cute rug mugs, love them all! thanks for hopping!

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  194. SuzeFebruary 14, 2013 at 6:33 AM

    What a great a tutorial. I love the quilt. Your quilty kitty looks so much like a kitty I had about 40 years ago. I got her when I left home. Then when I moved 1/2 across the country, I didn't know where I was going to be living, so she went to live with my parents. When I got a place, it was a 1,000 mi move for her. By then, she was settled with my folks and she became their kitty. She was lots of company for them. Your piecing and quilting are beautiful and filled with love. Thanks for hopping and sharing your creativity with us.

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  195. Patty February 14, 2013 at 2:20 PM

    Your quilting is just lovely. The colors are so pretty!

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  196. JoanneFebruary 15, 2013 at 12:41 AM

    I love your choice of fabrics and the quilting is PERFECT!

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  197. JoanneFebruary 15, 2013 at 12:42 AM

    Thanks for the second chance to win. I am a follower.

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  198. SueFebruary 15, 2013 at 9:23 AM

    Love your cute little mug rugs and I would love to win one! Thanks for sharing!

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  199. Linda CFebruary 15, 2013 at 9:26 PM

    The quilt is gorgeous, front and back! The mug rugs, adorable. Looks like you had a grand time making them.

    I hope you had a wonderful Valentine's Day.

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  200. ScrapatchesFebruary 16, 2013 at 10:33 AM

    Thanks to all who viitied and left me so many kind and encouraging comments! This blog hop has bee wonderful!

    This giveaway is now closed. For more chances to win, come back and visit me for the next hop ... :) Pat

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