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Thursday, December 8, 2011

Holiday giveaway..... with a little extra something

Do you like gift cards? How would you like a $20.00 gift card to Barnes & Noble?  Then you'll want to enter my new (and long overdue) giveaway and perhaps you'll be the one to win it.
In this giveaway I wanted to give a gift that everyone can use and I'm sure that you can find something fun there to treat yourself to.

The $20.00 Barnes & Noble gift card will come in a little handmade gift card holder (yes, I made it)  that you can keep, or reuse to give a gift card to someone on your list. (yes, you can even re-gift this gift card - I won't tell).


This is to help celebrate the 4th birthday of QuiltingGallery.com the host of the Blog Hop Party. Happy 4th Michele and thanks for throwing the party!  There are oodles of other fabulous blogs participating in the Blog Hop Party with oodles of other great giveaways. Click here or over on the link box to the right for the Blog Hop Party to join in if you want to have fun hopping around.
But wait there's more......

Also for this giveaway there will be a second place winner. The second place winner will receive a stack pack of 35 100% Wool 5"squares, after all, this is a blog about creative pursuits.
p.s. just so you know, Woolfelt by National Nonwovens is made in the U.S.A. Hooray for that.
If you're not a stitcher or you don't want to win the Woolfelt charm pack just put a note in your comment and we'll draw another winner. 



So how do you win one of these giveaway prizes? All you have to do is answer the question  "what is your favorite part of the Christmas season" That's it. I'm not going to make you jump through a bunch of hoops.  You do need to post your answer on this (Dec. 9th) post but you have until Dec. 17th to do so. The winners will be chosen by random and announced Dec. 18th. 
Good luck and be sweet and share this event with your friends. If this is your first visit to my blog welcome and read on there's more........


An extra little something for all of my creative friends.....
I put a free download on my site for the instructions on how to make these holiday napkins ties. They're easy and you still have plenty of time to make them to add a cute little accent to your holiday table or to give as a gift.  Click here to get the free project download.
holly and sleigh bell napkins tie
gift box napkin ties

 Now I have to go get busy in the studio with some Christmas gifts I'm making and finish trimming the tree.  Have fun and savor the moments of the Christmas season - Linda





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144 comments:

  1. KwiltsflDecember 9, 2011 at 10:37 AM

    So many things to love about the Christmas season! I really love Christmas lights - both those on our tree and those in the Victoria Park neighborhood where they vie for the best display. Thank you for having a give-away!

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  2. JenDecember 9, 2011 at 11:39 AM

    Great giveaway! I love the pattern. Hmm...where can I get some wool? ;) My favorite thing about Christmas is the music! Luckily, my husabnd loves christmas music too, so I don't drive him crazy! Have a great weekend!

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  3. QuilterLauraDecember 9, 2011 at 8:42 PM

    I think it's midnight mass...it is beautiful and really sets the tone for the following day. Thx for the giveaway!

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  4. QuilttenDecember 9, 2011 at 9:12 PM

    What a great giveaway! I would like either gift. I love Christmas lights and I love to drive around and look at all the decorated houses. It makes them look so cheery and bright. And I love to listen to all the Christmas songs. Thank you.

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  5. KarenDecember 10, 2011 at 4:09 AM

    This is a lovely give away. Thank you. I always enjoy watching children open their gifts - love the delight on their faces!
    I would love to win the wool squares.

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  6. Vroomans' QuiltsDecember 10, 2011 at 5:02 AM

    I am just starting to work with wool - lovely bundle. I love the holiday music.

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  7. JanetDecember 10, 2011 at 6:54 AM

    When you first start putting up the decorations because your home inside and out becomes transformed.

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  8. Terry@ a quilting blogDecember 10, 2011 at 7:02 AM

    My favorite part of the Christmas season is getting to enjoy all the ornaments collected through the years...brings back lots of fun memories. Thanks for a chance to win your generous giveaways.

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  9. JudyCinNCDecember 10, 2011 at 7:50 AM

    Has to be the music - one station in Raleigh starts playing Christmas music on November 1st. We never get tired of it. Thanks for this wonderful opportunity. I love all your giveaways. Judy C

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  10. Sue DaurioDecember 10, 2011 at 8:07 AM

    My favorite part of Christmas these days is the Christmas sewing. I've been sewing for siblings, nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews for about 5 years now. It has become my favorite part of the holidays

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  11. Joanie's Trendy QuiltsDecember 10, 2011 at 8:10 AM

    The best part of Christmas is spending time with my family! Fun eating! Seeing! the delight in people's eyes when they open your gift! Also love all the Christmas movies. Watched one last evening called The Christmas Child, the movie is based on a Max Lucado book.

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  12. CynthiaT59December 10, 2011 at 9:18 AM

    My favorite part of the season is getting together with family.

    Thanks!

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  13. CalicojoanDecember 10, 2011 at 9:25 AM

    Great give a way and I love your paper doll patterns. My favorite part of the holidays is Christmas eve dinner with friends a 25 year tradition.

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  14. PattilouDecember 10, 2011 at 9:32 AM

    My favorite part of the season is the music. I would love to win the card for B&N, but I'd pass on the wool.

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  15. Kelly ClineDecember 10, 2011 at 10:29 AM

    love my kids coming home! thanks for the giveaway chance!

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  16. TeresaDecember 10, 2011 at 10:42 AM

    My favorite part of the Christmas season is when our family is together.

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  17. Emily H.December 10, 2011 at 10:51 AM

    There are so many things I like about Christmastime! I love the breath that it gives to people the best I think. We go all year worrying about our lives and needing to do this and that. Christmas comes along, and as long as you don't get stressed about it, it turns into a time of friendship and caring. It gets people out of the house and together for fun. It's like a beautiful vacation from your own mind. Thank you for this opportunity! The pattern is adorable and I would be so happy with either prize!!

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  18. ChiskaDecember 10, 2011 at 12:26 PM

    What a terrific giveaway! My favorite thing is singing around the Christmas tree in the dark.

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  19. JoyceLMDecember 10, 2011 at 12:41 PM

    My favorite part of the Christmas season is getting together with family. We're scattered around the country so it's wonderful when we can all meet up. Thanks for the great giveaway.

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  20. MonicaDecember 10, 2011 at 3:07 PM

    The best part of the season is just getting to spend quality time with my family. I have a son that is supposed to be home from Iraq before Christmas. I've heard no official word on exactly when but I am still very thankful for it.

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  21. Lindsay ConnerDecember 10, 2011 at 3:14 PM

    I think that wool felt looks awesome! I am exciting about making some Christmas cookies and trading them with friends :)

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  22. Melissa CorryDecember 10, 2011 at 3:16 PM

    my favorite part of the Christmas season is that everyone is just a little nicer and a little happier :)

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  23. AnonymousDecember 10, 2011 at 3:19 PM

    I love looking at all the decorated houses! Coming in second never looked so good!

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  24. SewLindaAnnDecember 10, 2011 at 5:34 PM

    I like that people seem to smile more when they're out and about and start conversations in the stores and stuff.

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  25. BeckyDecember 10, 2011 at 6:07 PM

    Wonderful giveaway! I have a Nook and would love the gift card to purchase additional books. Love your wool, too! My favorite part of the Christmas holiday is Mass with my family and friends on Christmas Eve. Merry Christmas!

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  26. MommarockDecember 10, 2011 at 7:07 PM

    My favorite part of the holiday season is spending time with family and friends.

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  27. ShannonDecember 10, 2011 at 7:19 PM

    I would love to win those wool felt squares!! My favorite parts of Christmas are going to see the lights/luminarios and going to church with my family. Thanks for the great giveaway!

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  28. SallieDecember 10, 2011 at 7:38 PM

    My favorite part is playing games with my family. I would love to win the felt and gift card. Thanks for your generosity! Merry Christmas!

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  29. Mary-Ellen RansomDecember 10, 2011 at 8:35 PM

    What a wonderful gift...I can't resist quilting magazines! My favorite part of the holidays is The Nutcracker season as my daughter is a dancer. It is such a whirlwind of excitement after all that preparation! Kind of like finishing a quilt!!!

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  30. JessicaDecember 10, 2011 at 8:49 PM

    Wow, both prizes are fantastic - I'd be grateful to win either one!! I spend a lot of time at Barnes and Noble ;)
    My favorite part of Christmas is actually the days leading up to it. Everyone's in a good mood and people are getting together, wrapping presents, just spending time with family, etc. :)

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  31. Catskill QuilterDecember 10, 2011 at 10:32 PM

    Both prizes are wonderful. I am happy that I found your blog! And Merry Christmas!

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  32. RobbieJoyDecember 10, 2011 at 11:28 PM

    My favorite part of Christmas is getting to spend time with my husband. We work different shifts but we both have off for 2 weeks at Christmas.

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  33. FrancineDecember 10, 2011 at 11:39 PM

    Hi there and Merry Christmas! My favorite part of Christmas is the calm quiet after the kids have opened their gifts and made a mess and are snoozing all around the Christmas tree!

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  34. ballardquilterDecember 10, 2011 at 11:43 PM

    the lights
    rhaun@clear.net

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  35. cajamkDecember 11, 2011 at 4:14 AM

    The best part of Christmas is being with my mom & sons just relaxing after all the presents are unwrapped and a big dinner eaten. Telling funny family stories. The giveaway is great.

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  36. The Artful DivaDecember 11, 2011 at 4:20 AM

    My favorite part of Christmas is watching the grandkids open their gifts - even if I have to skype to do it!

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  37. UnknownDecember 11, 2011 at 5:51 AM

    Best part is definitely spending time with the family. This year my niece and her family. It has been almost 2 years.

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  38. NancyDecember 11, 2011 at 6:10 AM

    Cooking and celebrating the Holidays with Family. I would love to win the Wool Pack such a nice pretty stack!

    Have a Lovely Holiday!

    Nancy

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  39. AnjaDecember 11, 2011 at 6:58 AM

    What I love about the Christmas season is all the beautiful Christmassongs. To listen to them and to sing them. And also to decorate the house.
    I really love the wool squares.
    Greetings from Holland,
    Anja.

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  40. AnonymousDecember 11, 2011 at 7:23 AM

    I love all of it - the shopping for gifts, making home-made gifts, decorating the tree, the christmas songs, the lights, the food, the gathering of friends and loved ones, all of the hugs, the Blog Hop Party. All of it. Your giveways. What a nice gift to offer us. Thank you and I hope your Christmas is very special.
    '
    Sandi T.
    sandit1@sbcglobal.net

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  41. tpottDecember 11, 2011 at 9:00 AM

    I love the smells, fresh cut pine trees, cookies baking, peppermint sticks and cool clean air. I also love all the twinkling lights on the houses and trees. Thanks for your generous giveaway. ;->

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  42. Lisa EnglandDecember 11, 2011 at 9:09 AM

    I love seeing my faraway family at Christmas time! And making and giving quilty gifts.

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  43. MarjorieDecember 11, 2011 at 10:32 AM

    I like time with family, eating, watching football and relaxing for a couple days.

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  44. ~KarenDecember 11, 2011 at 10:38 AM

    Oh, Christmas, my favorite time of year. What I like most would have to be the feeling of joy and comfort that Christmas day embodies. I love waking up Christmas morning having my cup of coffee and sitting with my sweetie opening presents from Santa! Yes he still visits us! ;)
    We must behave somewhat good all year.

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  45. JenniferDecember 11, 2011 at 11:42 AM

    I love the happy holiday cheer that people seem to get -- hate the hustle and bustle of cranky people though!

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  46. Sandy HDecember 11, 2011 at 12:12 PM

    So many parts of the season are my favorite! But I have to say, I always enjoy hosting our annual open house and gathering a bunch of family and friends from all of our different circles together, and feeding them bunches! Just had said party last night, in fact. It's work, but such enjoyable work! Thanks for the giveaway!
    Sandy
    www.quiltingfortherestofus.com

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  47. Linda VDecember 11, 2011 at 12:15 PM

    I really love Christmas carols! Thanks for the giveaway chance!
    Linda
    http://homesweetquiltinghome.blogspot.com

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  48. DeniseDecember 11, 2011 at 12:45 PM

    The music and the way the snow makes everything look clean and new.

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  49. WillekeDecember 11, 2011 at 1:03 PM

    Nice give away. My favorite time during this season is to sit cosy and warm in my livingroom white my DH en childeren and enyoing some quilting and the nice christmas tree, and hot coco.
    Greeting Willeke from Holland

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  50. EllaDecember 11, 2011 at 1:04 PM

    My favorite part is visiting my family up North and seeing a real white Christmas. (and not really having to drive in it for months.)

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  51. Trails of GraceDecember 11, 2011 at 2:08 PM

    wow.. favorite part of the season.. togetherness, family, communion with friends and family!
    Merry Christmas and thanks so much for the opportunity to win your lovely gift!

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  52. beaquilterDecember 11, 2011 at 2:36 PM

    nice give away

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  53. MissyDecember 11, 2011 at 3:29 PM

    My favorite part of Christmas is simply being together with family. I don't care if we have gifts or food or what..but that is nice too. It is family being together that makes Christmas special to me.

    I love both gifts and would be grateful to win either. Thanks so much.

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  54. elizabethdeeDecember 11, 2011 at 3:54 PM

    What a lovely giveaway -- thank you!
    My favorite part of the season is getting to see people who live elsewhere but travel here for the holidays.

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  55. LydiaDecember 11, 2011 at 4:49 PM

    oooo...great giveaways! Favorite part of Christmas is the family home for the holidays. Miss them so much as they are spread out far and wide. Happy Holidays!

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  56. bohemiannie! artDecember 11, 2011 at 6:06 PM

    My favorite part of the season?!? opening presents!!!

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  57. JustPamDecember 11, 2011 at 6:14 PM

    I love spending time with family the most.

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  58. MhairiDecember 11, 2011 at 6:39 PM

    Favourite part of the festive season is spending time with family.

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  59. Sewing Miles of SmilesDecember 11, 2011 at 7:10 PM

    My favorite part is being with the family and watching how happy the grandkids are. I love both items!

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  60. Rachel BatesDecember 11, 2011 at 7:31 PM

    "what is your favorite part of the Christmas season" My favorite part is contemplating how huge Christ's birth was as an event. It's what I think about during all of my Christmas activities.

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  61. wlstarnDecember 11, 2011 at 8:07 PM

    Having my daughter come home for a few days. The past few years, her boyfriend has dropped by as well, but this year he is her fiance' (when did she get old enough to get married?), and I will also get to spend a day with her for dress fittings.

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  62. Marcia W.December 11, 2011 at 8:23 PM

    I love looking at our Christmas tree at night when the lights make it sparkle, the smell of treats baking, and the excitement of the little grandnieces as they sing Jesus Loves Me. Lots of great things to love about the holiday.

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  63. dasDecember 11, 2011 at 9:04 PM

    Always loved getting gifts for my mom. She loved all things crafty and had the best reactions. Being with my family.

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  64. JsoosayDecember 11, 2011 at 10:48 PM

    My favorite part is our family's Christmas Eve fondue dinner.

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  65. Bright AngelDecember 11, 2011 at 11:42 PM

    My favorite part of the Christmas season is spending lots of time with family! :) Thank you for the chance to win. :)

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  66. Janine @ Rainbow HareDecember 12, 2011 at 6:50 AM

    My favourite part of Christmas is having all my children home at once. Love the felt btw :)

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  67. Rose Prairie Quilts and FarmDecember 12, 2011 at 7:33 AM

    I just love it all, the music, being with family and going to Christmas Eve Service

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  68. CarlyDecember 12, 2011 at 7:56 AM

    Neat giveaway! I love spending extra time with family and friends at Christmastime. :)

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  69. Needled MomDecember 12, 2011 at 9:35 AM

    I love listening to the great Christmas music while preparing for Christmas.

    Your napkin decor is adorable!

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  70. Mom CDecember 12, 2011 at 10:28 AM

    The lights, the music and the great feeling. I love the love that is just floating around. It is a magical time of year. Thanks

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  71. SJSMDecember 12, 2011 at 10:52 AM

    First and foremost is spending the day(s) with our newly wed daughter and husband. Then all of us getting together and cooking, baking and playing games. The memories of Christmas past are in our decorating and the future is in our acts that bind us together.

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  72. HilachasDecember 12, 2011 at 11:07 AM

    My favorite part of the Christmas season is getting together with family and sharing the love. Thanks for the opportunity to win your giveaway.

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  73. Maria KievitDecember 12, 2011 at 1:56 PM

    Seeing the kids open up the presents so lovingly made or bought is always the highlight of my Christmas.

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  74. Kathy S.December 12, 2011 at 2:01 PM

    My favorite part of Christmas season is driving around on Friday date nights with my husband and 4-year old son looking at Christmas lights.

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  75. ThisQuiltingMamaDecember 12, 2011 at 5:05 PM

    I think my favorite part of the season is the wonderful music. It's every where I go and I love it all!

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  76. Back Porch ExtrasDecember 12, 2011 at 7:33 PM

    My favorite part of the Christmas season are the beautiful lights and decorations. I love making gifts for family and friends.
    Merry Christmas!
    Stash Away, Stash Away, Stash All!!

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  77. AimeeDecember 12, 2011 at 7:43 PM

    Oo I like your giveaway! A person can pick a quilting book they are really interested in trying!

    I love all the warm foods during this season. I like eating soups and stews. I like to leave my crockpot going all day. Most of all I like hot chocolate :)

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  78. StitchinByTheLakeDecember 12, 2011 at 8:27 PM

    I like Barnes and Noble a lot - mainly because they serve Tazo Chai Tea Lattes. :) But if I win could I please win second place because as much as I like B&N I love, love, love wool!!! Thanks so much for the pattern - these will be fun to make. blessings, marlene

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  79. Kathy HDecember 12, 2011 at 8:59 PM

    My favorite part of the holidays is having extra time to visit with friends and family. I really enjoy seeing everyone's lights too.

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  80. TinaDecember 12, 2011 at 9:07 PM

    Spending time with family and friends. My little GS are loving the lights it is so fun watching them.mMerry Christmas!

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  81. BillieBee (billiemick)December 12, 2011 at 9:23 PM

    Great giveaway....wow!

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  82. AnonymousDecember 13, 2011 at 7:11 AM

    Love driving around looking at the christmas lights in the evenings with the hubbie.

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  83. CheriseDecember 13, 2011 at 10:08 AM

    Hello! Thanks for a great giveaway! I'm a new follower! I like the joy and spirit of the season! Happy Holidays! :)

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  84. Lisa CoxDecember 13, 2011 at 12:18 PM

    I love the smell of the holiday season. All those pines.

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  85. Carrie P.December 13, 2011 at 1:44 PM

    My favorite part of the season is just spending time with my family. It can sometimes be hard to be together during the year.
    If I were to win I would love the wool.
    thanks for a chance and for the little patterns.
    Merry Christmas!

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  86. Connie Kresin CampbellDecember 13, 2011 at 2:31 PM

    My favorite part is getting together with family! What a great giveaway, either gift is fantastic! Thanks!

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  87. Nanbon44December 13, 2011 at 3:56 PM

    my favorite part of Christmas is my grand kids, making gingerbread houses with them, watching them decorate the tree, and opening their gifts..

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  88. Rhonda December 13, 2011 at 4:38 PM

    Love those wool squares.
    I love seeing all the lights.
    Thanks for the oppt. to enter.

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  89. sammyjoDecember 13, 2011 at 5:49 PM

    my favourit part of christmas is when everything goes quite after dinner and me and the family start playing silly games and just enjoying the night together and this year its even better because i have my own little one for extra christmas cuddles!

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  90. Purl ButtonsDecember 13, 2011 at 6:19 PM

    My favorite part of Christmas is Christmas Eve. Our family sits around the tree, enjoys special treats selected an prepared by my husband. Then we watch a movie together. This year it will be Elf.
    I hope I win the felt. I am 3 hours away from a Barnes and Noble and we only come out of the mountains every couple of months.

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  91. KatieDecember 13, 2011 at 7:32 PM

    I love Christmas music.

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  92. AnneDecember 13, 2011 at 8:43 PM

    This might sound kind of crazy, but I like the hustle and bustle. The whole feel of the holiday season is a little different than usual. Being busy with shopping, decorating, cooking, and attending special church services helps folks temporarily forget about everyday concerns and problems. Hope that makes sense!

    By the way, I'd love to have that fat stack of wool squares!

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  93. Angela FlowersMooreDecember 13, 2011 at 8:53 PM

    I love to go to the mall during the season to see the decorations.
    And I love to play Christmas songs on the piano.

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  94. AngelaDecember 13, 2011 at 8:55 PM

    Love to shop the malls and see the decorations. Thank you for the giveaway.

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  95. DonnaRaeDecember 13, 2011 at 9:04 PM

    Family getting together is my fav part of the holidays.

    Thanks for the free tag tutorial.

    Thanks for the chance to win!

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  96. ritainalaskaDecember 14, 2011 at 10:48 AM

    i love all the holiday music! elvis is singing carols as i blog hop! love your tags and the felt bundle! thanx for the opportunity to win!

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  97. Desi @ Wee ShareDecember 14, 2011 at 12:02 PM

    what a nice giveaway!

    I just like getting to spend time with my family. And, I love giving gifts and making others fell happy :)

    Desi
    weeshareblog@gmail.com

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  98. Average QuilterDecember 14, 2011 at 12:29 PM

    I love giving gifts especially to the little ones

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  99. Kylie CarlsonDecember 14, 2011 at 2:55 PM

    I love the holiday music- not most of the pop stuff but the church hymns like O Come, O Come Emmanuel. Thank you for the lovely giveaway. kcarlson1152[at]hotmail.com

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  100. KellySDecember 14, 2011 at 2:56 PM

    I love getting together with family and watching my children open their gifts.

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  101. MaxineDecember 14, 2011 at 4:28 PM

    I just love spending the WHOLE day with my family. Happy holidays. thank you for the very nice giveaway.

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  102. KessDecember 14, 2011 at 6:19 PM

    I love spending time with my family and the Christmas lights. Also, we get together with another family and make Christmas cookies, something we've been doing together since I was 2 or 3!
    Thanks for the giveaway!
    kessilari(at)gmail (dot) com

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  103. AnyaDecember 14, 2011 at 6:33 PM

    I love the fact that my son comes home from college! Thanks for the chance!

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  104. LynDecember 14, 2011 at 6:43 PM

    My favorite part is making Gingerbread houses with my Grand children

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  105. MelissaDecember 14, 2011 at 7:54 PM

    I can't decide, it's a tie between spending time with loved ones / listening to holiday music / eating cookies / see holiday lights! Thanks for a great giveaway chance! Happy Holidays!

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  106. AndeeDecember 14, 2011 at 7:59 PM

    I think it is just slowing down for a few days and enjoying my grown children!

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  107. SassyCathyDecember 14, 2011 at 8:48 PM

    My favorite part of the season is - AFTER the party's are over, the presents are opened, the food has been eaten, and my P.J.'s are on - lights are low and the tree lights are glowing - all are happy and contented - and you can breathe easy.
    That is the favorite part to me.
    :)
    Cathy Byrd
    byrd@gulftel.com

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  108. Linda at LRDesignsQuiltingDecember 14, 2011 at 10:36 PM

    This year it's having our college age daughter home for a couple of weeks! Love B&N and my Nook! Thanks for the chance to win!

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  109. PeggyDecember 14, 2011 at 10:36 PM

    Tne Tabernacle Choir Christmas concert at Temple Square.

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  110. The Sleepy DreamerDecember 14, 2011 at 11:02 PM

    I love the time with family, enjoying each other's company, and laughing around the table. Also the amazing food. lnb1191(at)aol(dot)com

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  111. CarolynDecember 15, 2011 at 12:47 AM

    Goodness Gracious! Who wouldn't love a gift card from Barnes and Noble. I could definitely see some new quilty magazines coming home with me. :0)

    There are so many things I love about the Christmas season, but being with my son, daughter in LOVE and my precious buglets(grandbabies 3 and 4) would have to be at the top of the list. They are my heart and soul and I love every moment I can spend with them and soak up all that buglet sugar!

    I love the twinkling lights and all the special baking, too.

    Thank you for the chance at your wonderful giveaway! :0)

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  112. JulieDecember 15, 2011 at 4:54 AM

    What a wonderful give away. Thank you.

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  113. HeatherDecember 15, 2011 at 7:03 AM

    I love decorating the house and sitting in the evening with the twinkle lights all around. But my favorite is opening the Christmas stockings and laughing at all the silly things inside. It one tradition that my grown children say "makes" Christmas for them.

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  114. B GreeneDecember 15, 2011 at 2:28 PM

    My favorite part of this Christmas season will be having my college student son home for three weeks!! We have missed him! Both of your giveaway offerings would be so appreciated!!!! We love to read and felt is my fave! Thanks so much for the opportunity!

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  115. kerrykatiecakes2December 15, 2011 at 4:52 PM

    My favourite part of the Christmas season is the smiles. Yup - simple as that!

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  116. DebDecember 15, 2011 at 9:07 PM

    My favorite part is family coming into town to visit! Thank you for the giveaway (I'd prob not to be able to use the wool.)

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  117. TrishDecember 15, 2011 at 9:19 PM

    I love being with family and friends. I would LOVE the wool!

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  118. GwenDecember 15, 2011 at 10:55 PM

    My favorite thing about Christmas is all the fun parties and gathering together of friends and family.. Joy and goodwill just seem to be everywhere! Christmas is my favorite time of the year! I wish a very merry Christmas to you and your family! Thank you for the chance to win! :-)

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  119. java divaDecember 15, 2011 at 11:19 PM

    OMG I've never seen anyone bling up their machine, fun!!
    My favorite thing is the food. I am all about the food!

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  120. JocelynDecember 15, 2011 at 11:40 PM

    My favorite part of the Christmas season is getting together with friends and family. Always so much to share. Thanks for the great giveaway.

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  121. Dana GaffneyDecember 16, 2011 at 6:20 AM

    My favorite is when my daughter comes home. We wrap all of the presents together, talking and laughing and since it's a necessary part of Christmas, I don't feel like I need to jump up and get something else done. A little island of fun. Thanks.

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  122. needle and nestDecember 16, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    My favorite part of the Christmas season has to be my children's excitement about it. Thanks for the chance to win! :)

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  123. Mary CDecember 16, 2011 at 9:58 AM

    I just love to create gifts for Christmas. This year some are getting homemade gifts from my kitchen and others are getting gifts from my quilting room. Fun, fun, fun!

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  124. LoriDecember 16, 2011 at 11:30 AM

    A very generous giveaway.

    Happy Holidays!

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  125. crafter1953December 16, 2011 at 1:34 PM

    Hi, Happy Holiday to you and yours, my favorite is when the whole family gets together for that second time of the year.

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  126. Cedar Ridge StudioDecember 16, 2011 at 2:34 PM

    SHaring Christmas with persond who do not have any family left has been a great joy to our family.
    THnaks you for such a nice give away

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  127. BarbaraDecember 16, 2011 at 3:53 PM

    Of course, the family gathering!
    Thanks...

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  128. NancyMDecember 16, 2011 at 5:51 PM

    I love everything about Christmas but the best is spending time with loved ones.

    thanks for the napkin tie pattern and for hosting this giveaway. Happy Holidays to you.

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  129. LaineDecember 16, 2011 at 6:02 PM

    I love all the extra family time we have together. Thank you for this fantastic giveaway.

    Merry Christmas
    lsandes@comcast.net

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  130. JudiDecember 16, 2011 at 6:49 PM

    I love all the decorations, the smell of fresh pine & cinnamon, and lots of family time :)

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  131. JudithDecember 16, 2011 at 7:36 PM

    My favorite part of Christmas is singing Carols with all my heart and soul thrown in. I am terribly tone deaf and love to sing. I used to join every choir I could until it was obvious I was pulling everyone off key.

    Still, I love to sing.

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  132. MippyDecember 17, 2011 at 12:48 AM

    Hi!
    I love to giiiiive for the Christmas season! It's one of my most favorite parts of the Christmas season! :)
    Thanks for the chance!
    ~Mippy :)
    bunnysmip (AT) yahoo (DOT) com

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  133. Nancy SueDecember 17, 2011 at 8:49 AM

    We are all winners! Thank you for the pattern on the napkin ties. I'm going to use them for incentive pieces for my 4 yr old son. Thank you for participating in the blog hop. You have something for everyone!! Favorite thing about Christmas is the church community and it's outreach, especially during the holidays!

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  134. DeanneDecember 17, 2011 at 8:51 AM

    I love the lights at Christmas. I grew up in the Kansas City area and always loved going to the Plaza to see the lights. I live too far away to visit those lights so now I enjoy the driving in my community and checking out all the beautiful lighted displays of my friends and neighbors.

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  135. ThearicaDecember 17, 2011 at 9:19 AM

    2 of my hearts delights!

    barnes and Noble and wool!!

    My mother in law and I go to the barnes and Noble at least 6 times a year just to sit and read together... and me and hubby go every chance we get!!

    Merry Christmas santa!

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  136. ThearicaDecember 17, 2011 at 9:20 AM

    My favorite thing about Christmas is the chicken hash over hot biscuits at my mother in laws for Christmas breakfast!

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  137. PeggyDecember 17, 2011 at 11:27 AM

    I love to make cookies with my granddaughter during the Christmas holidays.
    Thanks for a chance to win.
    Thanks,
    Peggy
    peggy_verdongibbs@att.net
    http://keepmeinstitches-peggy.blogspot.com

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  138. PeggyDecember 17, 2011 at 11:27 AM

    I love to make cookies with my granddaughter during the Christmas holidays.
    Thanks for a chance to win.
    Thanks,
    Peggy
    peggy_verdongibbs@att.net
    http://keepmeinstitches-peggy.blogspot.com

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  139. Diane WildDecember 17, 2011 at 12:32 PM

    Christmas favorites include giving homemade gifts and making and receiving cards. Love the giveaway and thank you for the downloads. I'm a wool felt nut and reader so both giveaways are right up my ally. Merry Christmas from Minnesota.

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  140. CatDecember 17, 2011 at 4:19 PM

    I like making things for people: homemade gifts (I'm a woodworker too), the baking I leave around town to friends & family, the Christmas music & lights on the tree. Most of all I like having peaceful relaxing time with my family when no one has a schedule to keep (activities, work, sports). Thanks for your generosity & Merry Christmas.

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  141. CatDecember 17, 2011 at 4:26 PM

    I forgot to say, I think your little gift card holder is adorable.

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  142. VickiTDecember 17, 2011 at 6:22 PM

    My favorite part of the holidays is the chance to see all our kids; at least we hope that all 4 of them can come home. That doesn't always happen but it's great to see any of them that can make it. After that it's the wonderful Christmas music that I've been known to listen to before Thanksgiving even. Hubby always gives me a hard time about that. lol

    Thank you for the great giveaway. I hope you and your family have a great Christmas and holiday season.

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  143. LunaDecember 17, 2011 at 7:32 PM

    The joy, the cheer, the spirit!

    Thanks for the chance to win
    Kelly (at) mysimplewalk (dot) com

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  144. Cindy FDecember 17, 2011 at 9:33 PM

    I love getting together with family when we have the opportunity and I love listening to Christmas music. I really enjoy the radio stations that go to 24hr Christmas programming. Thanks for the opportunity!

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