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Tuesday, November 8, 2011

long-arm quilting {giveaway & coupon}

It's a little embarrassing how long I've been working on this quilt. I'm not even going to admit when I bought the fabric. But I still love it, and I decided that before I left Seattle I would get it done. I almost got there. :) Just the binding left to do. Add it to the list.
The only reason that I actually have it quilted is that I got a little help. I love quilting my quilts--it's one of the most satisfying parts for me (I know many of you disagree with me here!). But as this was a large quilt and I really didn't want to risk messing it up, I sent it out to be quilted by a professional on a long-arm quilting machine. Best. Decision. Ever.

My friend Karen has an amazing set up. I covet her machine! The hardest part was deciding what design to use. Check out just a sampling of them here and here. The other great thing was Karen's personal advice. Otherwise it might have been too overwhelming to choose a design! 

 
Because I know so many of you are in the same boat as me when it comes to finishing projects, we're offering a giveaway of 50% off quilting on any size quilt, any design quilting! To enter, just leave us a comment telling us what quilting pattern(s) you like best from Karen's blog. Easy peasy! Entries must be received by Monday, November 14th at 11:59pm PT.

Here's what Karen helped me choose. A darling design worked inside each block, with a similar design around the border. Love it!

Karen is also offering a 25% off coupon to our readers! To receive your 25% Off Coupon (no expiration date), simply email "25% OFF COUPON" to KarensQuiltMagic@gmail.com. Be sure to check out Karen's pricing and quilting instructions, too.

You should really give yourself a break this holiday season and let someone else do the hard work for you!

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33 comments:

  1. LeahNovember 8, 2011 at 2:15 PM

    Beautiful!

    The mittens pattern would look grat on a winter quilt

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  2. tinaNovember 8, 2011 at 2:48 PM

    I like the English Oak pattern.

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  3. KatieNovember 8, 2011 at 2:57 PM

    Oh wow...i would love this SO SO much. :-) i have a quilt top itching to be finished. :/ After at least a year. I think my fav would just be a semi circle or sonething simple...but im open for expert opinion for sure! ;)

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  4. Cheree @ The Morning Latte November 8, 2011 at 3:24 PM

    Love the sumatra and the monstera but I'd be open to her suggestions--they are all so pretty! I have a queen-sized top that's all ready to go--I've always done my own but I'd love to have this one done on a long-arm!

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  5. JenniferNovember 8, 2011 at 3:30 PM

    sigh - i'd love to be able to quilt like karen! It's beautiful

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  6. kmattso2November 8, 2011 at 3:47 PM

    I love the Pretty paisley and Feather Frond... I just freehand quilted my first quilt a couple months ago and it was so fun...but I am such a perfectionist, I would love my next quilt to be machine quilted and perfect =]

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  7. BarbNovember 8, 2011 at 4:58 PM

    I love the pretty paisley! Thanks so much for the great give-away!

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  8. BaileyNovember 8, 2011 at 5:05 PM

    I like the leaf sashing #2, the one with leaves and loops. Leaves and Loops is the patterns new name, it sounds so much better!

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  9. supersara20November 8, 2011 at 5:44 PM

    I love the feather frond or the gothic vine! I sure hope I win, I have a monster king that I've dreaded bringing in to have done!

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  10. mouseNovember 8, 2011 at 5:45 PM

    All of them are amazing! I really like the semi circle.

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  11. BrookeNovember 8, 2011 at 5:48 PM

    I like the Loops Double pattern and Semicircle. I have a quilt this would be perfect for!

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  12. Maggie AnnNovember 8, 2011 at 5:59 PM

    Your quilt is beautiful! Good for you. I have two unfinished ones. I think they will be my daughter's inheritance!

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  13. AimeeNovember 8, 2011 at 7:09 PM

    I love the gothic vine and the strawberry fields.
    Thanks so much for the chance to win!

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  14. RuthNovember 8, 2011 at 7:18 PM

    I like Novaya as it combines two of the elements that I like: leaves and a bit of a swirl. She had many designs that I liked.

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  15. AfricanVenturerNovember 8, 2011 at 7:36 PM

    I love the leaves and leaves 3!

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  16. Leah B.November 8, 2011 at 8:29 PM

    I love starburst. I have a quilt top sewn and waiting to be quilted...too chicken to do it myself and ruin it!

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  17. KelliNovember 8, 2011 at 9:35 PM

    I have never seen a paisley design on a quilt before, I think that would be so cute on the right quilt!

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  18. DanielleNovember 8, 2011 at 10:32 PM

    My fav is gothic vine. :-)

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  19. MaritzaNovember 9, 2011 at 3:46 AM

    Celtic cross is one. Beautiful quilt. Great pattern.

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  20. CNJNovember 9, 2011 at 5:14 AM

    It's so hard to choose! I have a 100 wishes quilt that needs to be quilted and I would love to pay someone else to do it! I think I like the 8 pt. star or heart links pattern for the inside of the blocks.

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  21. AnonymousNovember 9, 2011 at 6:21 AM

    Ooohhh...I have a quilt composed of blocks made for us from our wedding that is semi-finished (read needs the quilting done) and this would be Fantastic! I would keep the pattern simple, maybe just the hearts :-)

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  22. Robb and CarisaNovember 9, 2011 at 6:31 AM

    This fall I married my true love after more than 10 years. Instead of a unity candle we planted an oak tree to symbolize our union.

    I just love the English Oak pattern to go on a quilt in our bedroom to remind us of our most special day! Thanks for the chance!

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  23. Ribbonwood CottageNovember 9, 2011 at 6:33 AM

    Just beautiful. Wow, love that quilt and love it...
    Blessings,
    debbie

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  24. Jacki's travelsNovember 9, 2011 at 6:42 AM

    Great giveaway! I like the Celtic Braid pattern.

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  25. KatieNovember 9, 2011 at 12:29 PM

    Feather Frond is my favorite. Boy, if I won this it would certainly spur me to make a quilt for my daughter's bed!

    The regular prices are quite reasonable, less than I would have thought!

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  26. EmNovember 9, 2011 at 3:22 PM

    I love the orange peel design. I think it would be cute against a geometric block.

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  27. EmilyNovember 11, 2011 at 1:38 PM

    Oh my cuteness! I love the starburst, and I am kind of partial to the stiple one too. Love this stuff. Makes me want to quilt!

    Thanks for doing the give away!

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  28. Kristy November 11, 2011 at 4:08 PM

    I loved the pansies pattern but for little boy quilts the lizards are absolutely adorable!!! Hoping I win!

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  29. maggie mcflyNovember 13, 2011 at 2:27 PM

    This is a REALLY fun blog!!! Karen does beautiful quilting. Sumatra is my favorite. It looks so elegant.

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  30. RhondaNovember 14, 2011 at 8:54 PM

    Love the insignia pattern. Just finished a queen size quilt top and this would be quilting pattern would be perfect for it.

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  31. BaileyNovember 14, 2011 at 9:41 PM

    I like the "Flake Pointy" and it's probably just because it's about that time of year! There are a lot of great options - thanks!

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  32. Dave & GloDecember 1, 2011 at 10:19 PM

    Where can I get a quilt pattern for this quilt? It's beautiful! -Gloria

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  33. ADK KateOctober 30, 2013 at 4:23 PM

    I have material for 8 placemats for our new dining room table that have a spring flower motif. There is one area of the placemat that is plain material that the hummingbird motif would be perfect to highlight the spring/summer motif and add that extra something special that would transform may work into a work of art :)

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