I am so super excited for this!!! And it comes with an announcement. My brand new book, Irish Chain Quilts was set to release on the 19th but the soft release date was moved up to yesterday and copies of it are making their way to me now!!!! So I want to share!!!! Up for grabs is an autographed copy of Irish Chain Quilts: Contemporary Twists on a Classic Design!!! And since so many of the designs in the book are super pre-cut friendly, I am adding in a Daydream Layer Cake by Kate Spain and 2 Blueprint Basics Charm Squares by Valorie Wells. That will get you started on 2 quilts from the book!!! Such Sewing Fun!!!!
You have two entry chances, the second being optional, and please leave a separate comment for each. All Entries are welcome, including International Entries. Please just be sure to leave an email address if you are a no-reply blogger ;)
ENTRY 1 - Simply leave a comment here telling me if you have ever made an Irish Chain Quilt or if it is on your "Quilty Bucket List".
ENTRY 2 - Show your Happy Quilting love. You can follow Happy Quilting on Bloglovin, Email Updates, or RSS to get daily updates. Or you can like Happy Quilting on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter or Flickr. Any one way will do . . . Just be sure to leave a comment of how you showed your Happy Quilting Love!!!
ENTRY 2 - Show your Happy Quilting love. You can follow Happy Quilting on Bloglovin, Email Updates, or RSS to get daily updates. Or you can like Happy Quilting on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter or Flickr. Any one way will do . . . Just be sure to leave a comment of how you showed your Happy Quilting Love!!!
And that's it ;) The giveaway will be open until Sunday May 10th and I will randomly select and announce a winner on Monday Morning :)
Oh, and by the Way . . . If you are stopping by for the first time, Welcome!! I am so glad you visited and hope you will come back often. I have so much fun sharing my passion for quilting here with lots of free tutorials, giveaways, fabric eye candy, and of course, general Happy Quilting times!! And be sure to come back tomorrow for Terrific Tuesday Giveaway Day :)
Have a Happy Quilting Day!!
I haven't made an Irish Chain yet, but I am eagerly looking forward to your book to do so!
ReplyDeleteI made a double Irish Chain for my grandson many years ago. I think a modern one is now on my Bucket List!
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ReplyDeleteI have not, and yes it is on my list!
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ReplyDeleteYes I have made an irish chain quilt.
ReplyDeleteI haven't made one yet, but it's definitely on the list! One day.... :)
ReplyDeleteI have never made one
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ReplyDeleteA long, long time ago I made a miniature Irish Chain wall quilt. I'd like to make a full-sized one someday soon.
ReplyDeleteAnd I follow your blog on Feedly.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on your book release...wow! I've never made an Irish Chain quilt.
ReplyDeleteI am new to quilting and have only made a quilt with a 3-piece top. I am not yet confident enough to attempt it!
ReplyDeleteI happily follow you around on Bloglovin!
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ReplyDeleteGood Morning Melissa, No Irish Chain quilt or quilt pattern in my archives, so YES it would be an honor to have your pattern book and feel that Karma!
ReplyDeleteMelissa I follow you by email and Bloglovin.
ReplyDeleteI have never made an Irish chain quilt but it has been on my list for a,long time !
ReplyDeleteOH, I want your book Melissa!! :) If I dont win it, I guess I'll have to buy it ;) I love Irish chains, they are one of my favorite designs. I have made a few over the years. Thanks for a great giveaway, and Happy Mothers Day!
ReplyDeleteI follow your blog :)
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ReplyDeleteIve never made one but I'd love to give it a try. Ive never made a quilt either so if i did try an irish chain id probably start with a mini and make a cushion.
ReplyDeleteAn Irish Chain Quilt is on my bucket list. I even have some of the fabric set aside. Thanks for the giveaway and the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteI've been following you on bloglovin for quite a while now.
ReplyDeleteAn Irish Chain Quilt is also on my bucket list.
ReplyDeleteI have never made an Irish Chain Quilt. My bucket list is full of projects that need to be finished!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chance.
I follow on GFC.
ReplyDeleteIt's on my bucket list for sure!
ReplyDeleteI follow you on bloglovin 😊
ReplyDeleteI have never made one but it is definitely in my bucket list! thanks for the chance!
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Im' a follower :-)
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I have never made one but it is definitely on my bucket list!!
ReplyDeleteI have never made an Irish Chain Quilt and I follow you on bloglovin.
ReplyDeleteI've never made an Irish Chain quilt ;)
ReplyDeleteI follow with Bloglovin!
ReplyDeleteI follow your blog and love it!
ReplyDeleteI have not made one yet, i only just started quilted this past year and so its on my list in my future. :)
ReplyDeleteI haven't made an Irish Chain Quilt yet, but I'm sure your book will give me the inspiration I need to do so!
ReplyDeleteThank you for the giveaway.
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Follow you via Instagram and via email (with a different email).
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I have not made one yet, i only just started quilted this past year and so its on my list in my future. :)
ReplyDeleteI have never made this pattern of quilt but would love to try. Thank you for an amazing giveaway. x
ReplyDeleteI already follow on Bloglovin. x
ReplyDeleteI have made at least 10 Irish Chains I love to make them because I put embroidery in the squares.
ReplyDeleteI follow by bloglovin and now Instagram as marg1950
ReplyDeleteIt is my goal to make a Double Irish Chain Quilt, I have the fabric earmaked I just need the book for guidance.
ReplyDeleteI have made a scrappy irish chain quilt (not the prettiest) so donated it!
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ReplyDeleteI am a happy follower on GFC
ReplyDeleteI haven't tried Irish Chains yet but they are definitely on the bucket list :)
ReplyDeleteI follow on IG :)
ReplyDeleteIt's on my quilty bucket list.
ReplyDeleteNo I haven't made one!
ReplyDeleteI have made an Irish Chain and I'm actually working on one right now. I love the rainbow one on the cover of your book, beautiful!
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ReplyDeleteI haven't made one yet, but am very drawn to the design. Congrats on your book!
ReplyDeleteI follow you on Twitter. @cath_marissa
ReplyDeleteI made a double Irish chain quilt using Eleanor Burns book in 1991, for my mom. Haven't made one since. Love the bright quilt on the front of your book, it's beautiful! Thanks for the generous giveaway! jacklynnsteven at netzero dot com
ReplyDeleteI follow you on Facebook and Instagram. jacklynnsteven at netzero dot com
ReplyDeleteI've never made an Irish Chain, but it's definitely on my Quilty bucket list!
ReplyDeleteI follow your blog, via Feedspot and BlogLovin!
ReplyDeleteI made one for my mom Christmas before last.
ReplyDeleteI have never made one, though I am fairly new to sewing and quilting.
ReplyDeleteIrish chain has been on my bucket list for a few years but other things also place it back on the bottom of the list
ReplyDeleteI follow thru bloglovin
ReplyDeleteI've not make a quilt ever yet! But I've been wanting to jump on the bandwagon! It seems to be so much fun!
ReplyDeleteI'm an Instagram follower
ReplyDeleteAn irish chain quilt is actually next on my list to make, after I finish all the baby quilts I am working on. Thanks for the chance to win! mto2golsen (at) gmail (dot) com
ReplyDeleteI follow with Feedly.
ReplyDeleteTo win an autographed copy of your book plus fabric is quite an honor. You are so generous and so good to your followers. Thank you for being a part of the SMS Giveaway Day and I hope you have a fantastic Mother's Day. Yes, I have made an Irish Chain Quilt in blue and white colors.
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I haven't made an Irish chain quilt yet. But I want to eventually. I have had my eye on buying your book ever since you posted about it on your blog!
ReplyDeleteI follow your blog and follow on pinterest.
ReplyDeleteI am a true follower of yours thru emails and FB. I enjoy visiting and will continue to do so over and over again. I have made quilts, using your patterns, and just love them so much.
ReplyDeleteSandi Timmons
I have made a single Irish Chain quilt but I would love to make a double or triple Irish chain. Thanks for the change to enter in your give away!!!
ReplyDeleteNew to quilting so never made one but am drooling over all of the possibilities! Hoping to get some guidance and inspiration from experienced ladies. Thanks!
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ReplyDeleteI have made 2 Irish Chain quilts. Am looking forward to seeing your new book,
ReplyDeleteVickie Craadock
My Tangerines Dreams is an Irish chain quilt. Plus I participated in you wonderful quilt along. Congrats on your book. Hope they get to you soon! Thanks!!
ReplyDeleteI also follow you on Bloglovin
ReplyDeleteI've made two Double Irish Chain quilts, but it was back in the 1970's... Maybe it's time for another one?
ReplyDeleteOn the bucket list, I want to do one in turquoise
ReplyDeleteI've never made one-I'm a beginner so I'm not ready for that one yet!
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ReplyDeleteI have made an irish chain quilt once. Congrats on your book, it looks great!
ReplyDeleteI follow your blog via bloglovin
ReplyDeleteThe best part about Sew Mama Sew! Giveaway Day is finding blogs I never new existed! Congratulations on you new book! Irish Chain is one of my favorite patterns, so I'll definitely be looking for a copy of your book (hopefully I'll win a copy)!
ReplyDeleteI have an Irish Chain quilt "in progress" - you have just inspired me to get back to it!
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I follow you on Feedly and also on Flickr (caribousmom)!
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Yes, I have made an Irish Chain Quilt. chocolatewiskers@aol.com
ReplyDeleteAn Irish Chain is on my bucket list!
ReplyDeleteI follow you on Bloglovin. chocolatewiskers@aol.com
ReplyDeleteI am a Blogger follower!
ReplyDeleteI just finished your Irish Chain Twist Quilt Along. I loved making that quilt. It was a first for me. I can't wait to get your book to make more. Thank you for the giveaway.
ReplyDeleteI am a happy follower!!
ReplyDeleteYes, I've made one Irish Chain quilt and it is one of my favorites!
ReplyDeleteYes, I have made an Irish Chain quilt and have already bought new fabric for another. Loved this pattern!!!
ReplyDeleteI'm now a follower on Bloglovin. :)
ReplyDeleteI can't believe I haven't made an Irish Chain quilt yet! It;s on my bucket list.
ReplyDeleteI also follow via RSS & Instagram, because hello yummy quilt pics.
I made one Irish Chain when I first started quilting many, many, many years ago. Your books looks very inviting.
ReplyDeleteYou are one of the first websites I look at each day. I have it earmarked on my computer so I can just click and I'm there. Always following what's new on your website. Thank you for all the wonderful new ideas.
ReplyDeleteYou are one of the first websites I look at each day. I have it earmarked on my computer so I can just click and I'm there. Always following what's new on your website. Thank you for all the wonderful new ideas.
ReplyDeleteYes, I have made an Irish Chain quilt and have already bought new fabric for another. Loved this pattern!!!
ReplyDeleteSo far I didn't make any Irish chain quilt, but I would love to make one. Or two:)
ReplyDeleteI follow you on Bloglovin':)
ReplyDeleteI haven't, and they do intimidate me! sewgraciousthreads@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteI have never made an Irish Chain quilt but will buy your book (if I don't win it!) and make one of these fun, happy ones!
ReplyDeleteI haven't made one yet but it is on my quilty bucket list!
ReplyDeleteI follow via bloglovin
ReplyDeleteI am a first time visitor and am now following you on Facebook. Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteI've never made an Irish Chain quilt before, but I think they can be really beautiful!
ReplyDeleteOne of my 1st quilts was a small Irish Chain quilt. I'd like to make one again in nicer fabrics!
ReplyDeleteI follow you via email. annesimonot@sasktel.net
ReplyDeleteIrish chain quilt is on my bucket list...I love the circle version I saw in your book online.
ReplyDeleteI follow via Bloglovin
ReplyDeleteThe irish chain is definitely on my quilty list!
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ReplyDeleteI have never made an Irish Chain Quilt--they look too complicated to me. However I do want to try one someday! sandybailey55@hotmail.com
ReplyDeleteI have never made an Irish chain - but if I win, I will get started on one!
ReplyDeleteI follow via Bloglovin'
ReplyDeleteThe Irish Chain is on my bucket list!
ReplyDeleteYou are on my Bloglovin feed!
ReplyDeleteI follow thru email and on Bloglovin!
ReplyDeleteYour book is on my amazon wish list. Yay for moving up the date :)
ReplyDeleteI've never made an Irish Chain, but love the one on the cover of your book--beautiful!
ReplyDeleteHi - I have never made an Irish Chain quilt - but they sure are beautiful. (pegandky@gmail.com)
ReplyDeleteI haven't tried The Irish Chain - yet but is on the list to do. Thanks.
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ReplyDeleteI am following you on FB - pegandky@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteI have 5 versions of Irish chains sketched out but not made yet!
ReplyDeleteAnd i follow on feedly!
ReplyDeleteI am working on an Irish Chain quilter as a leader - ender project, using blue scraps.
ReplyDeleteI follow you on Bloglovin.
ReplyDeleteI've never made one, but they are on my bucket list.
ReplyDeleteI follow you through email.
ReplyDeleteI have not made an Irish Chain quilt, though I've watched you make one on your blog during your quilt along. I LOVE the Daydream line by Kate Spain, and I don't even have one scrap of it! :( If I win, I would definitely give the Irish Chain pattern a try. Between the book and the QAL here, it'd be easy and fun to do!
ReplyDeleteI follow Happy Quilting via my Blogger Dashboard.
ReplyDeleteI'm a follower on email - thanks.
ReplyDeleteI am working on a scrappy Irish Chain as a leader-ender, using 2" squares.
ReplyDeleteThat pattern is on my bucket list. I am a new quilter so I have to get some more easy ones under my belt first. :)
ReplyDeleteAnd I follow you on bloglovin
ReplyDeletean irish chain quilt is definitely on my "quilty bucket list"
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It's definitely on my Quilty Bucket List. I've always been drawn to this pattern!
ReplyDeleteI follow you on Feedly :) :) Thanks for the chance.
ReplyDeleteI have never made an irish chain quilt and hadn't even heard of it before - it's beautiful!
ReplyDeleteIrish Chain is on my quilty bucket list-because of you.
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ReplyDeleteI have not made an Irish chain
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ReplyDeleteI have not made an irish chain quilt but have always loved the design - especially when kept simple and clean. wanted to do you qal but just could not fit it in - have it earmarked to do definitely -
ReplyDeleteI have never made an irish chain quilt. It's on my quilt bucket list.
ReplyDeleteI follow you on bloglovin with the name shroomfrog.
ReplyDeleteI've never made an Irish chain quilt but definitely on my to do list.
ReplyDeleteAlready following on Instagram @sewnbyrose
ReplyDeleteMaking an Irish Chain quilt is definitely on my bucket list. I just need to find a few more "perfect" fabrics...
ReplyDeleteI have never made an Irish Chain quilt. I always thought they would be too challenging but I look forward to learning more from your book.
ReplyDeleteI've not made an Irish Chain yet, but yes, it is on my quilty bucket list. I have been working on a pinwheel and apple core and orange peel.
ReplyDeleteI have never made an Irish Chain quilt, it is still on my bucket list.
ReplyDeleteI follow you on Facebook :D
ReplyDeleteI made an irish chain quilt to show off some sampler blocks and it is one of my favorites ever!
ReplyDeleteI follow you on bloglovin'.
ReplyDeleteI have made two Irish Chain baby quilts but I have always wanted one for my own bed.
ReplyDeleteI have not made an Irish Chain quilt but yours are so gorgeous now I really want to!
ReplyDeleteI've never made an Irish Chain quilt but LOVE the quilt on the cover of your book. So it's going on my bucket list.
ReplyDeleteI recently finished a Double Irish Chain, and look forward to making another but in a color way that I enjoy. Thank you for the opportunity to win!
ReplyDelete~Brandy
I'm a follower via Bloglovin and Instagram (I'm user sckett)
ReplyDeleteI also follow your blog on Feedly.
ReplyDeleteIrish Chain is on my bucket list, but I'm loving your modern approach. I'm moving forward from civil war!!! Love all the inspiration you give.
ReplyDeleteI follow you on Bloglovin, pinterest, and signed up for your newletter! You're a newbie for me! =)
ReplyDeleteI have made several Irish Chain quilts. It's a great pattern and I look forward to seeing your twists on this pattern.
ReplyDeleteI follow your blog via GFC.
ReplyDeleteI'm pretty new to quilting so I haven't made an Irish Chain but I really like the one on the cover of your book. I think I'll have to add it to my long list of "someday" quilts!
ReplyDeleteI follow on Bloglovin
ReplyDeleteI haven't made an Irish Chain quilt yet and yes it is on my (milelong) bucket list!
ReplyDeleteThanks! One of my first quilts was a double Irish chain, and I have quilted two triple Irish chains. However, more are on my bucket list. :)
ReplyDeleteI have not made an Irish Chain quilt. BUT - I did cross stitch one hanging on a laundry line for a swap eons ago. :)
ReplyDeleteI follow with Bloglovin. I'm really excited about your book.
ReplyDeleteI have never maid an Irish Chain quilt, but I would sure like to try!
ReplyDeleteI follow you on Bloglovin'
ReplyDeleteI follow Happy Quilting on Bloglovin'
ReplyDeleteAn Irish Chain quilt is on The List! Thanks for the chance to win your book, and congratulations!
ReplyDeleteMade a double Irish Chain before. Hated the fabric colors, so I gave it as a gift. She loved it.
ReplyDeleteI've not made an irish chain quilt, but though about making one for my dad
ReplyDeleteI follow your blog :)
ReplyDeleteI have never made an Irish Chain quilt, but it is on the bucket list. I love the way they look. Congrats on the book.
ReplyDeleteI follow you faithfully on blogger
ReplyDeleteI've never made an Irish Chain quilt but think that are so pretty!
ReplyDeleteI am still working on the three quilts that I started years ago! But I hear that's common in the quilting world -- or people that said it were trying to be nice! lol
ReplyDeleteAnyway, I'd love to try the Irish Chain on my '51 Singer 15. Ooohh, la, la! :O)
Chiara
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I made my first Irish Chain quilt as a wedding gift for my nephew and his new wife back in February. I've always loved that pattern, and I'm pretty sure I'll make more someday. Thanks for the chance to win.
ReplyDeleteI follow on Bloglovin and Instagram.
ReplyDeleteI am new to quilting, so I have never done an Irish Chain Quilt, but it CERTAINLY is on my bucket list!
ReplyDeleteHaven't yet made an Irish Chain quilt but would LOVE to!
ReplyDeleteYes...years ago I made an Irish chain quilt.
ReplyDeleteI follow you on Instagram.
ReplyDeleteI haven't made an Irish Chain quilt yet. Not sure if it's yet on my bucket list, but then my WIP list at the beginning of this year had over 20 items on it! greycatquilts@yahoo.com
ReplyDeleteI never did one, but i would love to!
ReplyDeleteI am a follower via bloglovin'
ReplyDeleteThe Irish chain is on my to be quilted list! :)
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