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Monday, July 13, 2015

Block #3 - Cozy Afternoon Bloghop & Giveaway!

Woo-Hoo!
It's Bloghop Time!
Today we celebrate the release of block Number Three for the Cozy Afternoon Free BOM!
 
My quilt is a Cozy Christmas version, made with fabric from Jacquelynne Steve's line,
"Joy, Love, Peace, Noel"
The red and green snowball prints are from her line, "Fruitful Hands"
The embroidery is inspired by the characters in the theme fabric. For July, I stitched the sweet raccoon, with a sign waving PEACE.
 
Even though this is the second month in the Quilt Along, this is the third block pattern to be released. The first two blocks were quick and easy, and both were offered last month, but the patterns are still available! Check out my June post to see my Cozy Christmas Blocks One and Two.
 
I hope you will jump on board - there is still time to catch up!
The pattern has five blocks; one more in August and another in September, then we finish up in October. Visit Jacquelynne's blog to sign up!
 
And visit the Pinterest Group Board to see a lot more variations!
 
Jacquelynne has generously offered an electronic 'pattern bundle' giveaway -
This bundle will be awarded to one lucky reader at each stop in the blog hop!
 
 
For inspiration and variations of Cozy Afternoon, (and more chances to win!), there are five more quilter's participating:
 
 
 
 
 
Kahryn @ Kathy's Quilts


To enter the giveaway: Please leave a comment on this post prior to Sunday July 19th, at midnight. Followers may leave a second comment for another entry! Winner will be contacted by email on Wednesday, the 22nd! (Please leave your email address if you are a no-reply blogger - I was so surprised at how many there were last time!).

I have a trip planned this week and it is unlikely I will be able to reply to every comment -
Please know how much I appreciate your visit!
I will try and remember to take a few vacation pictures to share this time, haha!






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101 comments:

  1. HeatherK @ A Reformed Heath'nJuly 13, 2015 at 6:47 AM

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  2. HeatherK @ A Reformed Heath'nJuly 13, 2015 at 6:49 AM

    Your animals are cute! Someday I'll work on embroidery skills ... can't wait to see your finish.

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  3. HeatherK @ A Reformed Heath'nJuly 13, 2015 at 6:49 AM

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  4. HeatherK @ A Reformed Heath'nJuly 13, 2015 at 6:49 AM

    I'm a follower =)

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  5. BobbieJuly 13, 2015 at 6:51 AM

    Very sweet blocks!

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  6. ShariJuly 13, 2015 at 7:15 AM

    What fun...love your work; have a safe trip!

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  7. rrjane011749July 13, 2015 at 7:44 AM

    Adorable raccoon block!

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  8. rrjane011749July 13, 2015 at 7:45 AM

    I'm a new follower!

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  9. StitchesJuly 13, 2015 at 7:53 AM

    This is a fun little quilt and can be done in so many colors. Very nice!

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  10. gzusgirlJuly 13, 2015 at 8:16 AM

    Love your block with the cute raccoon! This quilt has so many options and I am loving it.

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  11. Denise8July 13, 2015 at 8:22 AM

    That is a sweet raccoon! Of course, they aren't that sweet in real life!

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  12. SAHMJuly 13, 2015 at 8:33 AM

    I love this little block. I can't wait to see the final product!

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  13. SAHMJuly 13, 2015 at 8:33 AM

    I love this little block. I can't wait to see the final product!

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  14. SAHMJuly 13, 2015 at 8:33 AM

    I love this little block. I can't wait to see the final product!

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  15. kathie924July 13, 2015 at 8:47 AM

    I'm hoping to do a Christmas quilt with this pattern also! Thanks for sharing yours!!!

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  16. Jacquelynne StevesJuly 13, 2015 at 9:01 AM

    Cute Cute Cute!!

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  17. Sorcha girlJuly 13, 2015 at 9:12 AM

    First time to visit your blog and I love the theme of your quilt blocks. Cute little raccoon! Did you use crayons to color his tail? I've read about this technique for highlighting embroidery. Thanks for a chance in the giveaway.

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    1. HeidiJuly 13, 2015 at 11:28 AM

      Thank you! Yes, I used crayon! I experimented with swatches first to see how they would result after heat-setting with an iron and washing them. It took a heavy hand to get through the wash with good results!

      I wish I could reply to these wonderful comments - most of the comments today are no-reply bloggers! To check your status, here is a helpful how-to post http://www.venustrappedinmars.com/2015/04/what-is-no-reply-blogger-and-how-to-fix.html

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  18. RamonaJuly 13, 2015 at 9:34 AM

    i love your version of this quilt. That little raccoon is to cute!

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  19. Anita GambrellJuly 13, 2015 at 9:36 AM

    This is such a great blog hop, I am so loving all the different fabric choices!

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  20. SandyJuly 13, 2015 at 10:08 AM

    I love seeing all the choices and settings along the hop. Thank you for sharing!

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  21. UnknownJuly 13, 2015 at 10:11 AM

    Cute animals you have. And all the versions I've seen are true artistry at work!

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  22. bookwormJuly 13, 2015 at 10:37 AM

    What a cute raccoon you embroidered! These are cool blocks! I'm waffling about what fabrics to use. I have lots of teacup fabrics, but I also like the blocks made from a single line of fabric! I need to get sewing!

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  23. jangunter@live.comJuly 13, 2015 at 10:52 AM

    Love your blocks sew much! I too love seeing the different colors and choices of everyone on the hop!! Sew much fun!!! Thank you

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  24. Quilter KathyJuly 13, 2015 at 11:51 AM

    Raccoons are not very beloved around here, but yours sure is sweet :)

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  25. SalmagundiJuly 13, 2015 at 12:02 PM

    Love the fabrics you have chosen -- it's going to be a great quilt!! Sally

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  26. heathquilterJuly 13, 2015 at 1:40 PM

    I agree with the raccoon comment--they are pesky critters here in Texas...but yours is so sweet I may change my mind! Thanks!

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  27. AnonymousJuly 13, 2015 at 1:57 PM

    putting critters on the blocks instead of teacups is a nice idea that I apparently didn't see the first time around the site

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  28. AnonymousJuly 13, 2015 at 1:58 PM

    putting critters on the blocks instead of teacups is a nice idea that I apparently didn't see the first time around the site

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  29. Val's Quilting StudioJuly 13, 2015 at 2:14 PM

    Hi Heidi! Stopping by from Lara's at BuzzinBumble....nice to find your blog and happily added myself as a bloglovin' follower! I'd like to invite you and your readers to stop by on Tuesday's for my Tuesday ARchive Linky party...it's the linky that rejuvinates old post according to a weekly theme. Read more about here:http://myplvl.blogspot.com/p/studio-sundays-coming-soon_20.html VAL:)

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  30. BillieBee (billiemick)July 13, 2015 at 2:16 PM

    Well that one makes me smile.....too cute!

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  31. KrisJuly 13, 2015 at 2:48 PM

    Love your critters! Thanks for sharing!

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  32. Theresa WestJuly 13, 2015 at 3:25 PM

    Raccoons....how cute!!! Never thought of something like that!!!

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  33. Margie ScottJuly 13, 2015 at 3:27 PM

    Enjoying all beautiful variations on the original blocks. Very cute.

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  34. Lara B.July 13, 2015 at 3:30 PM

    Your little embroidered raccoon is so darling Heidi - a perfect touch to this pretty block!
    Hope your trip goes very well!

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  35. mumbird3July 13, 2015 at 4:04 PM

    Love the raccoon...happy vacation!

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  36. UnknownJuly 13, 2015 at 4:19 PM

    Heidi I love the spots in your block. The little raccoon is so adorable I might do a little kangaroo on mine

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  37. LynetteJuly 13, 2015 at 4:24 PM

    He is so cute!! I love raccoons.

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  38. UnknownJuly 13, 2015 at 6:06 PM

    I like your idea of making it different. Quilters are artist!

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  39. CeciliaJuly 13, 2015 at 6:55 PM

    Cute block! I love seeing all of the different blocks. Thanks for sharing.

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  40. CeciliaJuly 13, 2015 at 6:55 PM

    I'm a new follower via Bloglovin.

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  41. JenetaJuly 13, 2015 at 8:50 PM

    Very cute. I love the polka dots surrounding him!

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  42. NancyAJuly 14, 2015 at 8:17 AM

    What a cute variation--love that raccoon!

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  43. NancyAJuly 14, 2015 at 8:18 AM

    What a cute variation--love that raccoon!

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  44. RobynJuly 14, 2015 at 10:27 AM

    I really like those patterns! Thanks for the giveaway.
    rtgandy at gmail

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  45. RobynJuly 14, 2015 at 10:27 AM

    I follow with bloglovin
    rtgandy at gmail

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  46. AnonymousJuly 14, 2015 at 12:11 PM

    I really like this pattern, so cute.
    mabay1981 at gmail dot com

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  47. AnonymousJuly 14, 2015 at 12:13 PM

    I follow you on bloglovin!
    mabay1981 at gmail dot com

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  48. UnknownJuly 14, 2015 at 7:42 PM

    I really like your blocks!! The raccoon is precious!! Thank you for entering me in the give away pattern pack. I am so excited to follow all this!

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  49. ThreadsalloverJuly 14, 2015 at 11:05 PM

    What a cutie xx Just joined cosy afternoon yesterday so cab't wait to get started.

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  50. janieJuly 15, 2015 at 9:26 AM

    I love this bom it is so cute and thanks for entering me in this giveaway.

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  51. janieJuly 15, 2015 at 9:27 AM

    I love this bom it is so cute and thanks for entering me in this giveaway.

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  52. janieJuly 15, 2015 at 9:27 AM

    I love this bom it is so cute and thanks for entering me in this giveaway.

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  53. UnknownJuly 15, 2015 at 5:19 PM

    I can wait to catch up on my blocks! Thanks for the chance to win!

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  54. Judy1522July 15, 2015 at 9:21 PM

    Your block is so cute with the raccoon on it. It is nice to see the block made in Christmas fabric.

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  55. labfishJuly 16, 2015 at 10:15 AM

    I love the raccoon. Have a fun and safe trip!

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  56. UnknownJuly 16, 2015 at 10:45 AM

    Most exciting things for me right now....just finished the NW Shop Hop and have 45 new fabrics to play with!!! So I have lots of fabric to choose from to make these cute blocks!

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  57. judysJuly 16, 2015 at 11:02 AM

    Love your animals! I'm totally out of practice with embroidery - need to work on it!

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  58. DebraKay NeimanJuly 16, 2015 at 11:03 AM

    I love the little raccoon - so cute. crystalbluern at onlineok dot com

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  59. DebraKay NeimanJuly 16, 2015 at 11:07 AM

    I follow you by Bloglovin and e-mail. crystalbluern at onlineok dot com

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  60. tammyJuly 16, 2015 at 11:21 AM

    beautiful block love the raccoon. Have a safe trip and enjoy life. God Bless

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  61. Bonny from Cat Den MountainJuly 16, 2015 at 11:25 AM

    How adorable! I can hardly wait until your quilt is finished.

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  62. UnknownJuly 16, 2015 at 11:27 AM

    The animals are adorable. We have a guest speaker at our guild tonight who has a workshop on
    using crayons to decorate fabric. This should be fun after seeing your blocks!

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  63. Danni NJuly 16, 2015 at 11:30 AM

    I love the Christmas colors...and the raccoon is too adorable! Such a great choice for the centers.

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  64. cjmontJuly 16, 2015 at 11:45 AM

    i love the Christmas fabrics and your embroidery is so cute.

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  65. JaniceJuly 16, 2015 at 11:47 AM

    Cute blocks!

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  66. Judi RJuly 16, 2015 at 11:56 AM

    I live your raccoon. The shading just makes him(her?) pop!

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  67. Cindy ProehlJuly 16, 2015 at 12:09 PM

    Love your blog..will visit again soon.

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  68. mboykinJuly 16, 2015 at 12:30 PM

    Very cute centers in your blocks! Love the polka dot fabrics, too!

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  69. boilermakerJuly 16, 2015 at 1:42 PM

    Love your blocks. Thanks for participating in this give-a-way.

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  70. MaureenehJuly 16, 2015 at 2:03 PM

    I am really enjoying this BOM-thanks for the chance to win!
    maureeneh52@hotmail.com

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  71. UnknownJuly 16, 2015 at 2:54 PM

    I'm in love with the Christmas blocks, cute, cute, cute!

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  72. Jill HicksJuly 16, 2015 at 4:12 PM

    I love the block in Christmas fabrics!

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  73. BertJuly 16, 2015 at 5:38 PM

    Love your blocks.

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  74. butrfly2222July 16, 2015 at 6:08 PM

    love you centre of the block. so cute

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  75. Ms AmyJuly 16, 2015 at 6:12 PM

    Love your idea of using animals in the center of the block!

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  76. stichnRNJuly 16, 2015 at 7:46 PM

    cute little raccoon!!!!!

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  77. stichnRNJuly 16, 2015 at 7:46 PM

    like your mouse and snow man too.... what is next????

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  78. debraingleJuly 16, 2015 at 7:58 PM

    Love your block, the little raccoon is just adorable...

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  79. Marie AtkinsonJuly 16, 2015 at 8:04 PM

    Nice variation!

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  80. JunebugJuly 16, 2015 at 8:35 PM

    Really cut raccoon! I'm just not sure yet if I will wimp out and choose a center block, embroider or qppllique - still deciding on a color scheme too! Late as usual - LOL

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  81. Janet SabolJuly 16, 2015 at 9:12 PM

    The animal center is so cute! I can't wait to see your whole quilt put together!

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  82. Motherdragon's MusingsJuly 17, 2015 at 1:09 AM

    Your little critter is so darn cute. Cannot wait to see the completed quilt.

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  83. LeeJuly 17, 2015 at 2:47 AM

    The block is sweet - love the raccoon!

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  84. LeeJuly 17, 2015 at 2:47 AM

    I am a follower also!

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  85. sewsillyJuly 17, 2015 at 4:33 AM

    The Amelia pattern is adorable and thank you for the giveaway opportunity!

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  86. sewsillyJuly 17, 2015 at 4:33 AM

    The Amelia pattern is adorable and thank you for the giveaway opportunity!

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  87. UnknownJuly 17, 2015 at 6:34 AM

    This is so cute! love all the blocks. thanks for the chance to win!

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  88. KarenJuly 17, 2015 at 7:31 AM

    Your raccoon is adorable. Great idea to use the pattern with Christmas fabric.

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  89. MindyJuly 17, 2015 at 11:44 AM

    I think your block is so cute. I'm thinking I may make another quilt using this pattern and fussy cut the center block. Who knows I may have to make 3 because I can't decide between the appliqued block or the embroidery block.

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  90. apple blossomJuly 17, 2015 at 12:33 PM

    cute block love it.

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  91. apple blossomJuly 17, 2015 at 12:33 PM

    email subscriber

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  92. KathleenDJuly 17, 2015 at 2:56 PM

    Your "peaceful" raccoon is adorable!
    Thanks for the giveaway opportunity.

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  93. sisylyn2July 18, 2015 at 4:09 AM

    really liked your peaceful raccoon

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  94. sisylyn2July 18, 2015 at 4:14 AM

    follow your site on blogovin

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  95. kupton52July 18, 2015 at 5:44 AM

    I'm doing all 3 versions of her quilt....for the applique I'm using older Thimbleberries....greens, burgundies and golds; for the pieced version I'm using the Laurel Burch cat panel in blues; and for the embroidered version I'm using pastel 30's repro prints. I just discovered her site and love it......YOURS TOO!!!

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  96. kupton52July 18, 2015 at 5:45 AM

    I love your embroidered animals....the inspiration fabric is too cute! I'm looking for some of it now.

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  97. rrjane011749July 18, 2015 at 7:32 AM

    I'm a R. L. Q. follower!

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  98. rrjane011749July 18, 2015 at 7:32 AM

    Really cute block!

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  99. UnknownJuly 19, 2015 at 12:09 AM

    Hope you will be stopping by some awesome quilt shops on your holiday. be sure to pack an "empty" suitcase. I had to buy one on my last trip home to the US.

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  100. JudiJuly 19, 2015 at 7:56 AM

    Fun embroidery choice.

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