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Quiltmaker's 100 Blocks Vol. 4 Tour!

"Welcome Home" - the block!
I am so excited to be able to finally show you my block (and quilt!) that appears in Quiltmaker's 100 Blocks Vol. 4. This is one of those blocks that at first just couldn't find a home. I try to design something (a block, a quilt, a motif - something) everyday. Some aren't good, but some are! And some of the good ones just can't find a home in a quilt despite being good! Originally I intended this block to go in some sort of sampler quilt. Well, that quilt never happened, but the block was just too darn good to not do something with. So when I had the opportunity to submit a block to Quiltmaker's 100 Blocks Vol. 4, I knew it was the perfect block!

This pineapple block is called "Welcome Home" because a pineapple historically is a sign of welcome and hospitality. Aren't quilters nothing if not hospitable!? And, we love making things with meaning.

"Welcome Home" - the quilt!
21" square
I wanted a small wall hanging to put by the front door.
I also submitted a quilt made from the block to the magazine and it was chosen to go in the gallery at the back (page 88 if you're interested). It's really simple to make. After you make the 12" Welcome Home block (page 19) you need to make 9 - 3" nine-patch blocks and 5 - 3" hour glass blocks. Place them around the block as makes sense to you and fill in with 3" wide strips (cut 3 1/2"). This is a very traditional/country version. I'd love to see what a Modern quilter or another Traditional quilter could come up with!


I'm so glad "Welcome Home" finally found a home at Quiltmaker!

Quiltmaker is generously offering a free copy of the magazine to one of my readers and I'm going to match that giveaway! So you have 2 chances to win Quiltmaker's 100 Blocks Vol. 4. To enter, leave a comment saying what color combinations you would make your quilt in. (And click the link: Quiltmaker's 100 Blocks Vol. 4. to see other designers' blocks!)

For extra chances to win, sign up to be a follower of 42 Quilts (comment again saying you signed up) or "like" me on my Facebook page (again, comment saying you "liked" me!) and I'll randomly draw 2 names on Monday (11/14). Make sure your profile has your email address so I can contact you if you win! Good Luck!
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  1. KristinaNovember 10, 2011 at 12:28 AM

    Great block. I would make this in lime green/orange/black/white scrappy..with a touch of fuschia. I am a follower of your blog. Thanks for the opportunity to win this book.

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  2. QuiltaliciousNovember 10, 2011 at 1:46 AM

    Really pretty block. I am now a follower of your blog...

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  3. MartinaNovember 10, 2011 at 2:31 AM

    Lovely block! I think I would choose some crisp summercolours in blue , green, red, yellow.

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  4. MartinaNovember 10, 2011 at 2:32 AM

    I am a follower now of your blog!

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  5. MaryNovember 10, 2011 at 3:17 AM

    I'm a new Follower and Liked your FB page too. Thanks for a chance to win it before we can buy it! As for the colors I'd choose - the pineapple would have to be Yellow and Blue goes nice with that...

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  6. DianeNovember 10, 2011 at 3:34 AM

    I'm a new follower. Beautiful block, I' make the block in fall colors. I'm going to like you on facebook now.

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  7. KaHollyNovember 10, 2011 at 3:48 AM

    I already am a follower and glad of it. I just love this block.

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  8. DebbieNovember 10, 2011 at 4:56 AM

    Congrats on being included in the 100, Jenifer. Your wall hanging is very creative! I often make things in my favorite color combinations of maroon, oranges and yellows.

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  9. LeeNovember 10, 2011 at 5:03 AM

    I am a new follower! I would love to do your block in lime green, orange and yellows. thanks for the chance to win a copy of the mag. and congrats on your wonderful block!

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  10. LesleyNovember 10, 2011 at 5:05 AM

    Jenifer, your block and wall hanging are wonderful. What colors would I use? The ones that you used...I can't imagine anything prettier!
    Congrats and thanks for sharing!

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  11. marieinaugustaNovember 10, 2011 at 5:35 AM

    Love the block and the little quilt is too cute, another one to add to my list of quilts I'd like to make...if only I could quilt while I sleep!

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  12. JoyceLMNovember 10, 2011 at 5:59 AM

    I'm a new follower. Love your block. Thanks for the 2nd chance to win.

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  13. JoyceLMNovember 10, 2011 at 5:59 AM

    Love your block. Congrats for being included in the new 100 Blocks magazine. I'd try the block with Christmas fabrics for a Holiday Welcome quilt. Thanks for the chance to win.

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  14. DonnaNovember 10, 2011 at 6:11 AM

    Congratulations! I see this block in grey blues, green and cream with the pineapples being the Pop in a yellow/orange.

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  15. krislovesfabricNovember 10, 2011 at 6:35 AM

    Congrats on your block! Thanks for the chance!

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  16. Lisa MarieNovember 10, 2011 at 6:37 AM

    I'm a follower of your blog already, and I'm wishing for your new book for Christmas!

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  17. Lisa MarieNovember 10, 2011 at 6:37 AM

    I'm not sure I could improve on your color choices -- they just seem right. I would love a couple of these blocks on the ends of a table runner for my dining room so I might adjust the colors to coordinate with my decor -- darker greens, cranberry, taupe and a touch of blue.

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  18. krislovesfabricNovember 10, 2011 at 6:39 AM

    And yes, I'm a follower...love your BOW's, trying to catch up right now as I got into too many projects at once this fall...

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  19. Purl ButtonsNovember 10, 2011 at 6:52 AM

    I like you on FB!

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  20. Purl ButtonsNovember 10, 2011 at 6:55 AM

    I am following you, too.

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  21. Purl ButtonsNovember 10, 2011 at 6:57 AM

    I would use a WARM neutrals color palette with dark brown as the "bottom" and a shot of turquoise here and there and maybe a spot of spring green. Gosh. Three comments in a row. I look like a creeper.

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  22. DeeNovember 10, 2011 at 7:01 AM

    This is definitely a favorite block for me - combing piecing and applique - yum. I am seeing a cotton/wool combination. I have to add you to my daily blog list.

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  23. Dana GaffneyNovember 10, 2011 at 7:01 AM

    I would use bright yellows and greens for the pineapples, probably batiks, then add other bright colors, orange would probably be in there also.

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  24. Me and My StitchesNovember 10, 2011 at 7:06 AM

    I am already a follower, and will also look for you on facebook!

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  25. Me and My StitchesNovember 10, 2011 at 7:06 AM

    I love your Welcome Home quilt. I really like the colors you used - I would probably use a little less green and a little more red. Thanks for the chance to win!

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  26. craftytammieNovember 10, 2011 at 7:16 AM

    i'm a follower already, and like you on facebook!

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  27. craftytammieNovember 10, 2011 at 7:16 AM

    i love the way you laid out this block! I am loving navy blue right now, with colors like fushia, gray, and lavender - maybe with a touch of orange?

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  28. Amy LauraNovember 10, 2011 at 7:27 AM

    What a great block! I love the hospitality tie in. Thanks for the chance to win :-)

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  29. MadelineNovember 10, 2011 at 7:32 AM

    I think I would make the pineapple more yellow, and then use lighter green to make it for summer or spring.

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  30. CathyNovember 10, 2011 at 7:49 AM

    Congrats on having your block in the magazine. I really love this block. Can't wait to see your quilt. I think it would look great in a sampler quilt. Thanks for the chance to win a copy of the magazine. Hugs

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  31. ktNovember 10, 2011 at 7:49 AM

    Great block! Congrats on being in the 100 blocks issue! I love the colors that you used--I would make mine in similar colors, but add some blue in the 9-patch in the center. Thanks for the chance to win a copy of this issue of 100 blocks!

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  32. KrisNovember 10, 2011 at 8:02 AM

    I love your block. It is one of my very favorites. I would definitely make it in a country palette similar to yours. It is perfect.

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  33. sandrascraftcornerNovember 10, 2011 at 8:06 AM

    Love your block.

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  34. sandrascraftcornerNovember 10, 2011 at 8:07 AM

    Am now following you. Also I have your Circuit Riders Quilt Book. Haven't had a chance to do anything yet have other commitments but I keep picking it up and leafing through it. Will also be liking you on facebook.

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  35. PattiNovember 10, 2011 at 8:13 AM

    I would make this block in bright colors. Great block. Thanks for a chance to win.

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  36. DH StitchesNovember 10, 2011 at 8:17 AM

    I love the funky asymmetry of your little wall hanging! Nice work!

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  37. Kathy HNovember 10, 2011 at 8:17 AM

    I am a new follower.

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  38. Kathy HNovember 10, 2011 at 8:17 AM

    Very pretty block. I am a big fan of pieced and appliqued blocks so really enjoyed this one. I would make it in browns, golds and greens.

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  39. Lee AnnNovember 10, 2011 at 8:18 AM

    I think mine would be a little more vibrant in colors (with the exception of the pineapples themselves). Maybe in roses, greens, blues and tans. Honestly, I don't know! LOL. :-)

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  40. DebbieNovember 10, 2011 at 8:26 AM

    My sister has been asking for a pineapple quilt... this will work perfectly.. I am a true believer in this magizine. Thank you..

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  41. WvHmmngbrdNovember 10, 2011 at 8:30 AM

    Great block. I would experiment with bright yellows and oranges with green accents.

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  42. QuiltyTinaNovember 10, 2011 at 8:33 AM

    What a great table center piece that would make. I would have to say rich tone browns and oranges with a hint of greens.

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  43. Happy Cottage QuilterNovember 10, 2011 at 8:48 AM

    I love your block! I would love this in Fall colors! And even Christmas colors would work too. Thanks for sharing a copy of 100 Blocks. I have so enjoyed the previous issues.

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  44. Maria KievitNovember 10, 2011 at 8:48 AM

    I really like blues, with the pineapple yellow to show ripe fruit. Lovely block

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  45. MaryNovember 10, 2011 at 8:53 AM

    What a wonderful block, and quilt. I love the fall colors you used. It is a great year round block. Thank you for sharing. I am a new follower.

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  46. Kathy in GANovember 10, 2011 at 9:00 AM

    I love this block! I would pretty much use the same colors, but would shade my "oranges" from terra cotta down to coral, golden tones for the pineapples of course, and my greens possibly going slightly toward bluegreen...and I really don't want to wait until next week for the magazine to come out...but I'll be willing to wait if I win it to join the other 3 issues! Thank you for so many opportunities!

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  47. Kathy in GANovember 10, 2011 at 9:03 AM

    I have also liked you on facebook!

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  48. Kathy in GANovember 10, 2011 at 9:03 AM

    I am now a follower to your blog...wish I could be on the computer and the sewing machine at the same time!

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  49. Mom2fourNovember 10, 2011 at 9:05 AM

    I'm a follower!

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  50. bairdmtnNovember 10, 2011 at 9:08 AM

    What a great block!! Love the setting of the pineapples! Talk about hospitality!!

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  51. Mom2fourNovember 10, 2011 at 9:10 AM

    I liked you on FB!

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  52. bairdmtnNovember 10, 2011 at 9:10 AM

    Just followed you!

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  53. bairdmtnNovember 10, 2011 at 9:10 AM

    Just liked you on FB!

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  54. Mom2fourNovember 10, 2011 at 9:11 AM

    I'd make this quilt in traditional colors.

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  55. GretchenNovember 10, 2011 at 9:15 AM

    Great block! It would be fun to use bright batiks or some funky modern fabric for this traditional design element.

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  56. Nancy C.November 10, 2011 at 9:19 AM

    I love the pineapple welcome idea - and this block is perfect. Thank you.

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  57. Nancy C.November 10, 2011 at 9:21 AM

    Isigned up by "liking" you on Facebook will enjoy keeping up with you and your designs.

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  58. Blue BirdNovember 10, 2011 at 9:31 AM

    Love the welcome block!

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  59. KristenNovember 10, 2011 at 9:38 AM

    I'd go with the traditional colors of red, gold and green, I think. Your block has been my favorite since I first saw this issue showcased. Thanks for the chance to win!

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  60. KristenNovember 10, 2011 at 9:40 AM

    I'm also a new follower.

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  61. SharonNovember 10, 2011 at 9:43 AM

    The colors you used work perfectly in my kitchen!

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  62. KristenNovember 10, 2011 at 9:46 AM

    I also liked you on Facebook!

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  63. shortseamNovember 10, 2011 at 10:08 AM

    This block definitely has WOW power!! he he I really like this block. I am not sure what color I would make it in. I would have to play around with different ones till I came up with a combo for me. This block is definitely on my to do list!!

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  64. shortseamNovember 10, 2011 at 10:11 AM

    I like on facebook. Am having fun !! he he

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  65. TheStylishHomeNovember 10, 2011 at 10:27 AM

    I'm already a follower. Just wanted to tell you LOVE your block. SO cute! Glad it found a home

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  66. sdgodfreyNovember 10, 2011 at 10:42 AM

    That block looks especially good the way you set it in your wallhanging. It speaks to me in fall colors or something outrageous like hot pinks and purples!

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  67. gillNovember 10, 2011 at 10:47 AM

    I'm a new follower!

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  68. gillNovember 10, 2011 at 10:47 AM

    How about making the 'pineapples' in red??

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  69. MarileeNovember 10, 2011 at 10:57 AM

    Love this block! Saw it the first day and didn't link up with you. Glad it resurfaced.

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  70. MarileeNovember 10, 2011 at 10:59 AM

    I will follow you.

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  71. Marcia W.November 10, 2011 at 10:59 AM

    Blogger tells me that I am a follower:
    You are now following Forty-Two Quilts
    http://milo-designs.blogspot.com/

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  72. aztel2000November 10, 2011 at 11:01 AM

    I like that your block is in a project. I would have to add some blue!
    Karen in Breezy Point
    kmartinatuslinkdotcom

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  73. BeachQuilterNovember 10, 2011 at 11:08 AM

    I am happy to now be a follower!

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  74. Linda in PANovember 10, 2011 at 11:10 AM

    I am a new follower of your blog. Thanks for the chances to win this issue.

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  75. Linda in PANovember 10, 2011 at 11:10 AM

    I like your block and the colors that you chose are perfect.

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  76. BeachQuilterNovember 10, 2011 at 11:11 AM

    Your block found a perfect home! I like the tradition look but who know where I'll go with it when I make my own!

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  77. banjo795November 10, 2011 at 11:13 AM

    I like the colors you cose for the pineapple and it's leaves. I would probably try some orange and brown for the other blocks and strips.

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  78. Marcia W.November 10, 2011 at 11:15 AM

    We liked you on FB and left a comment as Margaret and Marcia

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  79. banjo795November 10, 2011 at 11:16 AM

    I just figured out how to "follow" your blog! I never even noticed that little button in the Blogger toolbar! So I am now officially a follower!

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  80. LindaNovember 10, 2011 at 11:20 AM

    I liked you on FB.

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  81. LindaNovember 10, 2011 at 11:20 AM

    I love your pineapple block and I think I would stick with the same colour combo that you used. It says very warm and welcoming. Thanks!

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  82. RobynNovember 10, 2011 at 11:22 AM

    I think I would use bright happy colors. Greens yellows reds.

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  83. LizA.November 10, 2011 at 11:41 AM

    I think I would try this block in black & white with some splashes of yellow.

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  84. JoannaNovember 10, 2011 at 11:41 AM

    Can I go with your color choices? I like the pineapples to be true to color and the 9-patch to be black and white. I like warm colors for the rest of the block.

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  85. JoannaNovember 10, 2011 at 11:43 AM

    I liked you on facebook.

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  86. JoannaNovember 10, 2011 at 11:43 AM

    I'm a new follower - Hi!

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  87. Marcia W.November 10, 2011 at 12:03 PM

    The block reminds me of Hawaii and pineapples, so could make a Welcome Home block with Hawaiian colors. Thanks for the giveaway and congratulations on the publication of your block. I've been lurking on your blog reading the traditional / modern block posts and went thru your book blog tour too (no wins).

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  88. LoriNovember 10, 2011 at 12:06 PM

    congratulations! I think I would use some bright batiks to make this block. I think it would have a really fun look!

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  89. LindaNovember 10, 2011 at 12:21 PM

    I have signed up to be a follower of your blog. I know I will enjoy it.
    Linda in Southern Illinois

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  90. LindaNovember 10, 2011 at 12:21 PM

    When I first saw the Pineapple block, which is what I called it, I knew that it would be perfect for a welcome banner for my home. I was happy to see that you also thought that.
    Linda in Southern Illinois

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  91. JenniferNovember 10, 2011 at 12:22 PM

    It's been a lot of fun looking at all the new blogs! Your block is great, can't wait to get my hands on the issue so I can make one. Thanks for the chance!

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  92. KarenNovember 10, 2011 at 12:36 PM

    This block reminds me of Williamsburg so I would probably use blues and tans.

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  93. AmandaNovember 10, 2011 at 12:49 PM

    I like your block! I am ready to make this one!

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  94. AmandaNovember 10, 2011 at 12:50 PM

    I already follow your blog!

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  95. Linda E in AZNovember 10, 2011 at 12:50 PM

    Nice block. I think I might like to try it with some more contemporary (bright) fabrics which would go nicely with the black and white.
    thanks!

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  96. WoolenSailsNovember 10, 2011 at 12:58 PM

    I really do love this block and the shades you used, really makes it stand out and the textures in the pineapples are perfect for them. I might go more with a gold shade, but I love the colors you used.

    Debbie

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  97. DebbieNovember 10, 2011 at 1:00 PM

    Great block. Love the Welcome wall hanging.
    "Like" on Facebook
    Thanks for sharing and a chance to win extras.

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  98. Quilt HollowNovember 10, 2011 at 1:03 PM

    I instantly became a follower and liked you on Facebook.

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  99. Quilt HollowNovember 10, 2011 at 1:04 PM

    I've saved a specific brown print fabric for pineapples! Thank you, thank you for the wonderful block! I spotted it on another blog post somewhere and just knew it was a must when my heart skipped a beat! Congrats!!!!

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  100. ritainalaskaNovember 10, 2011 at 1:07 PM

    browns, golds, and greens, similar to yours, are in my stash if i were to make your pattern.

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  101. ritainalaskaNovember 10, 2011 at 1:10 PM

    i am one of our happy followers! and have been following the daily lists to see all the blox. love seeing all the applique work!

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  102. MarianneNovember 10, 2011 at 1:16 PM

    Thanks for the chance to win. My colors always seem to be earthy browns and greens but I could see this in a wonderful bright scheme too.

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  103. MarianneNovember 10, 2011 at 1:17 PM

    I am a follower now!

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  104. bunbearNovember 10, 2011 at 1:31 PM

    i would make the block in traditional colors. it just looks adorable!

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  105. swheatsueNovember 10, 2011 at 1:45 PM

    My block would be all the warm colors of fall - greens, rusts, yellows,.....

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  106. Carla GNovember 10, 2011 at 1:54 PM

    I'm already a follower of your blog via gfc! :)

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  107. scarletteNovember 10, 2011 at 1:54 PM

    Count me for 3 - i love Welcome Home, i live in Virginia and i plan to make that wall hanging for my new home. thanks - shobbs@vcu.edu

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  108. Carla GNovember 10, 2011 at 1:54 PM

    I'd make the block in bright yellow pineapples, lime green leaves, grey background and I'd have to think about what colors to do the center in after I have the other colors picked out. Thanks for a chance to win! :)

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  109. scarletteNovember 10, 2011 at 1:55 PM

    Count me for facebook - i love welcome home block. shobbs@vcu.edu

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  110. Carla GNovember 10, 2011 at 1:55 PM

    I also like you on facebook! :)

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  111. scarletteNovember 10, 2011 at 2:00 PM

    Count me for following - it should be lots of fun shobbs@vcu.edu I love Welcome Home and since my daughter drives a racecar the black and white squares look like winner flags to me too.

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  112. Catia from ItalyNovember 10, 2011 at 2:02 PM

    Green, white and red like my flag

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  113. LJNovember 10, 2011 at 2:07 PM

    I am now a follower.

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  114. LJNovember 10, 2011 at 2:08 PM

    I think I would probably use yellow/golds and green for this block.

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  115. FrewgalNovember 10, 2011 at 2:10 PM

    brown and blue, earth and sky......

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  116. Carrie P.November 10, 2011 at 2:24 PM

    I like the way you did your block but I might change the nine patch to some other colors with out the black. I love the way to set the block in different borders.

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  117. Julie in WANovember 10, 2011 at 2:42 PM

    Lovely block! I especially like the autumnal colors you have chosen. It would look equally nice in more springy colors like yellows and blues and light greens!

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  118. BillieBee (billiemick)November 10, 2011 at 2:44 PM

    I'm a new follower.

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  119. BillieBee (billiemick)November 10, 2011 at 2:44 PM

    Really a fantastic block....wow!!!

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  120. annmarieNovember 10, 2011 at 2:57 PM

    Great block for a mini - I'd make mine in bright yellows & mellow browns. Can't wait to see your quilt layout. Thanks for the chance to win Vol 4!

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  121. JeanneNovember 10, 2011 at 2:59 PM

    I would use soft pastels to make your block. Thanks for the giveaway for the magazine.

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  122. JeanneNovember 10, 2011 at 3:00 PM

    I am now a follower.

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  123. Jackie WarrenNovember 10, 2011 at 3:17 PM

    I would use fall colors. They are so beautiful this time of the year. thank you for the chance to win.

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  124. kwiltnkatsNovember 10, 2011 at 3:38 PM

    There doesn't need to be a change in Welcome Home. Your setting is perfect too. It was a real surprise to me when I scrolled down your blog post. I will be sure to add this to my list of blocks I want to make along with the setting. Maybe you'll be inspired for Volume 5 and bring us another homeless design... Sandi

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  125. TamsynNovember 10, 2011 at 4:01 PM

    Beautiful block! My favorite quilt colors jewel tones.

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  126. BarbaraNovember 10, 2011 at 4:25 PM

    I love this block SOOOOO much! It's totally my style and my favorite block that I've seen so far! So glad the quilt you made with it is also in the book. Thank you so much for designing it and congrats for it being published.

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  127. Heather ANovember 10, 2011 at 4:35 PM

    I would use red/brown/tan/green/orange/cream.

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  128. Heather ANovember 10, 2011 at 4:36 PM

    I'm a happy follower of your blog!

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  129. wendyNovember 10, 2011 at 4:57 PM

    I like the colors you chose...might add a bit of blue. Thanks!

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  130. natioradisonNovember 10, 2011 at 4:59 PM

    Charming!!! The little pineapples are very welcoming, can almost smell them from here. You really nailed this one, it is beautiful and I really do like your colours. I could be tempted to play around with them but it seems pretty much perfect just as it is.

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  131. natioradisonNovember 10, 2011 at 5:04 PM

    'liked' you on FB!

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  132. natioradisonNovember 10, 2011 at 5:07 PM

    Now, a follower!!! and congratulations, by the way on having your block in volume 4!

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  133. SallieNovember 10, 2011 at 5:32 PM

    I like the colors you chose! I might change the orange to yellow. Thanks for the giveaway!

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  134. BethNovember 10, 2011 at 5:39 PM

    This block has such a pleasingly trad feel that I'd use my Civl War repros.

    Thanks for the chance to win a copy of the magazine, and congrats on being chosen to contribute!

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  135. BethNovember 10, 2011 at 5:46 PM

    I'm a new follower--don't know why I didn't think to follow you before. Thanks for the 2nd chance to enter.

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  136. DonaNovember 10, 2011 at 5:56 PM

    Actually I love the colors you used because of the gold and black and you have to have red too! those tones are my favorite!

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  137. DonaNovember 10, 2011 at 5:57 PM

    I follow your blog!

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  138. JanetNovember 10, 2011 at 6:11 PM

    Brown, green, yellow, pink, white and purple. I'd like to make it have a tropical feel.

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  139. GlennaNovember 10, 2011 at 6:16 PM

    Love your block and wallhanging - I like the colours that you have picked!

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  140. GlennaNovember 10, 2011 at 6:16 PM

    I am a follower

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  141. GlennaNovember 10, 2011 at 6:18 PM

    liked you on facebook!

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  142. Karen in TucsonNovember 10, 2011 at 6:27 PM

    Fantastic block with so many color possibilities. I really like your little pineapple and the small quilt you made using the block.

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  143. BeckyNovember 10, 2011 at 6:31 PM

    Great block! I would use the same colors except I would use Kona solids. Take care!

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  144. 819545a0-663d-11e0-88c0-000bcdcb5194November 10, 2011 at 6:33 PM

    So hard to decide! Fall colors...or Christmas red and green...or deep jewel tones. Or maybe all of those!! Thanks for the chance to win! VermontPines@aol.com

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  145. jillquiltsNovember 10, 2011 at 6:59 PM

    Great block! I think that I would make a quilt using bright batiks t give it a Hawaiian feel. :) Congrats on being included in the issue!

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  146. DixNovember 10, 2011 at 7:02 PM

    I would make it in Colonial repro colors to remind me of my trip to Williamsburg. I "liked" and "followed". Will you follow mine?

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  147. JulieNovember 10, 2011 at 7:17 PM

    I liked the golds and greens, but I would definitely find a way to incorporate blues in this block (blue's my "fav") OR I would go more traditional with the historical/Civil War colors.
    Thanks for the chance to win a copy of 100 Blocks...:-)

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  148. CandaceNovember 10, 2011 at 7:22 PM

    I would make my welcome quilt in warm earthy colors because fall is my favorite time of the year :o)

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  149. mblittle5November 10, 2011 at 7:53 PM

    I'm a very traditional person, so I'd use pretty much the same fabrics you did. Love the block.

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  150. mblittle5November 10, 2011 at 7:56 PM

    I "like" you on Facebook.

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  151. mblittle5November 10, 2011 at 7:56 PM

    i'm a new follower.

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  152. BarbaraNovember 10, 2011 at 8:35 PM

    I love your blog! I am currently into purple, so I would work the blog in purple, greys, lime green and a bit of turquoise.

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  153. Quilter In ParadiseNovember 10, 2011 at 9:01 PM

    love this block~ and I need something for my entry, I think this is just the trick.

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  154. NancyNovember 10, 2011 at 9:01 PM

    I would use gold, green, and burgandy with some cream for background. It is great that we are getting a chance to win a copy in this blog tour.

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  155. Lori LNovember 10, 2011 at 9:08 PM

    I think you have chosen the right colors for this block/wall hanging. I might switch out the red for a burgandy color. Other than that you hit them on the head. Great block. Thanks for the chance to win.

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  156. SandraNovember 10, 2011 at 9:12 PM

    I would make the block in greens, gold, brown, with a touch of yellow and black. Very nice block, very original. Congratulations on being chosen.

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  157. Dianne GilesNovember 10, 2011 at 9:12 PM

    Great block! Change the "pineapple" colours in the corners and you have secondary designs evolving!! Great stuff!! Thanks for the chance, Dianne

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  158. SandraNovember 10, 2011 at 9:13 PM

    I am a follower of your blog.

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  159. LizzieHelenNovember 10, 2011 at 9:21 PM

    oranges, golds, and greens with, perhaps, green shades for the center 9 patch...no, maybe brown shades for the 9 patch...no, maybe blue...possibilities galore.

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  160. VickiTNovember 10, 2011 at 9:24 PM

    I love this block, especially with that checkerboard looking center. I think it would look great using Christmas fabrics. I love using blues and purples but am also loving the brighter colors quite a bit too. I guess the day I chose to maybe do this it would really depend on my mood as to what it might end up being as far as colors. It's a great block though, that's for sure.

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  161. ShawnaNovember 10, 2011 at 9:34 PM

    What a super block. I really like the fabric of your pineapples. I would use similiar colors maybe just alittle brighter. This would look great by our front door.Thanks for the giveaway.

    missmoozie(at)gmail(dot)com

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  162. ShawnaNovember 10, 2011 at 9:35 PM

    I'm a new follower via GFC. That's one of the great things about hops is I always find someone creative and inspiring to follow. Thanks for a chance to win.

    missmoozie(at)gmail(dot)com

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  163. arletteNovember 10, 2011 at 9:42 PM

    I'm your new follower, yay for you!!!!, I'd make the quilt using country colors and you already made, I was babbling when I saw it, I've read other stuff about pineapples, it's always interesting to know the other meanings of the things!!!

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  164. StephanieNovember 10, 2011 at 9:42 PM

    You're right. . .this terrific block found a home. Thanks for sharing~

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  165. arletteNovember 10, 2011 at 9:44 PM

    I liked you on facebook!!!!! :)

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  166. MicheleNovember 10, 2011 at 9:47 PM

    Great block!

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  167. CindyNovember 10, 2011 at 10:02 PM

    I love welcome pineapples

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  168. CindiNovember 10, 2011 at 10:14 PM

    Your Block is great! Your little wallhanging is beautiful. Congrats on being in the 100 Blck issue.

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  169. CindiNovember 10, 2011 at 10:15 PM

    I like you on facebook too.

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  170. CindiNovember 10, 2011 at 10:15 PM

    I'm a new follower!

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  171. JillNovember 10, 2011 at 10:30 PM

    Your welcome block in great.

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  172. JillNovember 10, 2011 at 10:36 PM

    I like you on Facebook.

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  173. KimNovember 10, 2011 at 10:36 PM

    Love the wall hanging, thank you for the giveaway.

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  174. JudyNovember 10, 2011 at 10:39 PM

    I love the block and the wallhanging. I wonder what it would look like in tropical colors?

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  175. JudyNovember 10, 2011 at 10:42 PM

    I became a follower and am looking forward to your posts.

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  176. CindyNovember 10, 2011 at 10:54 PM

    Fun block and I love the little quilt you made with it.
    Right now all my quilts seem to be aqua and green.

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  177. fabricnfiberfanatic.comNovember 10, 2011 at 10:55 PM

    I would have to say I would go with traditional fall colors - only because I think they are beautiful...

    nhsarab at yahoo dot com

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  178. The Village QueenNovember 11, 2011 at 12:56 AM

    Id probably stick with the tradional colors and earth tones for the rest of it. Great design! Thanks for the chance.

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  179. Donna K from N.TX aka Quilting Bear GalNovember 11, 2011 at 4:33 AM

    Ahh - the hospitality quilt. It would look good as a dining table topper.

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  180. suzNovember 11, 2011 at 8:20 AM

    this is a great version of pineapples and your quilt setting is just perfect!

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  181. JenniferNovember 11, 2011 at 11:17 AM

    My entire facebook is filled with quilts and now yours is added to my LIKEs. I would choose scrappy colors to make the blocks as that is how I roll, life is full of a patchwork of friends and they are all welcome at my house.

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  182. Linda in Calif.November 11, 2011 at 4:39 PM

    Congrats on your block being selected for the 100 blocks. This is really a wonderful block and I had never thought to take a block at a bit and have a small quilt. I would do the block in scrappy colors.

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  183. Linda in Calif.November 11, 2011 at 4:41 PM

    I'm following you now. So glad to have found you.

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  184. DebbiNovember 11, 2011 at 5:53 PM

    I liked your block but didn't think I'd ever do it till I saw your little quilt...now I think it's a perfect opportunity for me to forge into trying some applique!

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  185. PamNovember 11, 2011 at 10:03 PM

    I would definitely do it in bright fabrics, maybe batiks

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  186. blacklabcraftsNovember 12, 2011 at 12:11 AM

    I an see this in batiks and Hawaiian colors. Nice design.

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  187. Peach RainbowNovember 12, 2011 at 12:50 AM

    Congrats on your block being included in this lovely magazine :D
    Pastels are my favorite!
    Thanks for the chance!

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  188. Peach RainbowNovember 12, 2011 at 12:52 AM

    FB fan :D

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  189. Peach RainbowNovember 12, 2011 at 12:52 AM

    New Follower :D

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  190. ShannonNovember 12, 2011 at 8:45 AM

    Great block!! So cute.

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  191. DeannaNovember 12, 2011 at 9:42 PM

    I like your block, but would have to work some blue into the quilt somewhere. Thanks for the giveaway chance.

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  192. ElleNovember 13, 2011 at 9:18 AM

    I'm a follower, too!

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  193. ElleNovember 13, 2011 at 9:18 AM

    How fun! Thanks!

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  194. GwenNovember 13, 2011 at 3:57 PM

    First, just wanted to let you know that I "Like" you on Facebook! Gonna head over there to check out your page as soon as I finish this entry! :-)

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  195. GwenNovember 13, 2011 at 4:00 PM

    Now, for the second chance to win! :-) I would like to see that quilt done in black & white background fabrics with BRIGHT citrus colors-- lime green, lemon yellow, satsuma orange, etc... I think it would look amazing! Oh, and thanks for the chance to win! :)

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