Hexagon trivet made from my book, "Patchwork Please!"
I can't begin to tell you how thrilled and touched I have been with all the lovely, sweet comments about my book! The book, "Patchwork Please" is finally shipping, and it seems that many of you who have pre-ordered it got it by now! (Thank you for the long wait!!) I am so thankful of every one of you who took the moment to let me know about the book arrival, join the Zakka Along, tag me for the picture of the book on Instagram (I am "ayumills"), and even make some projects from it already! (Yes! Can you believe that? Check out Sara's Hexagon trivet, Angela's bell pepper coasters, Michelle's pincushion!) I am dying to see what everyone will make from it! I really hope everyone who got the book likes the projects in it and is inspired to make something from it!
It's time for a giveaway! I have an extra copy of my book I would love to give away along with some fabric scraps :) Please leave one comment on this post for your chance to win. I will happily ship internationally! If you live in the states, remember to enter the giveaway at Lindsey's blog here also! (My giveaway closes on April 7th. I will pick a winner with the random number generator and announce it next week!)
Edited to add: Debbie is hosting a giveaway of this book too!! Check it out if you live in the states :)
Before I head off to the kitchen to make dinner, let me share with you my latest creation! It is my terribly late block for Kerry for Ringo Pie bee.
Sewing room, dining room, and her lovely daughter's room up stairs with the kitty cat :)
The coffee pot was based off Kerry's paper-pieced block pattern for Sew Ichigo. You can snatch it up here! I simplified it only so that it is doable even if it is less than 1" tall.
Hope you are having a great week!
oh yes, a signed by you book! oh yes!!
ReplyDeletethat house is awsome, with the sewing room. There are lots of programmes on TV about building your own house or decorating and they *never* have a sewing room!
like it.
Lovely book which I would really enjoy. Thank you. jennylarking@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteI would love to win a copy of your awesome book!
ReplyDeleteI would love to win a copy of your book. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteI am super excited about your book although I haven't ordered my copy yet. Maybe I will win a copy instead.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chance to win.
Hello Ayumi,
ReplyDeleteGosh love the house block, lots of details to look at. Thanks for the opportunity to win your book.
Happy days.
Bev.
I would love to win your book!
ReplyDeleteYour house block is awesome, all the little details just make it!
what an adorable house block. the kitty in the top window is so sweet! i'd love a chance to win your new book!
ReplyDeleteI love that house block - wow! I'd love to win a copy of your book - I've read wonderful things about it!
ReplyDeleteOh Ayumi, Kerry's house is amazing (and probably just like the real place!). Thanks for the giveaway chance. Hope you and the bump are doing well xxx
ReplyDeleteI'd love to win your book. Thanks for the chance!
ReplyDeleteThe house block is great!
I love your trivia and your house block
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chance to win your book it will have lots of things in it I'd love to make
Jackie x
Awesome projects. Congratulations and thank you for the chance.
ReplyDeleteWhat an awesome looking book! Totally adore those pin cushions! Would love a chance to have your signed book! Thanks :)
ReplyDeleteYour book is at the very tip-top of my wishlist - thanks for the chance to win a copy! And scraps... my favorite thing in the quilting world!!! My fingers will be crossed until you announce the winner (hmmm... might be difficult to sew like that - ha ha).
ReplyDeletethe book looks beautiful! Nice job
ReplyDeleteThanks for the giveaway Ayumi!
ReplyDeleteI really enjoyed the first sew a long. Can't wait for your book and the next one!
ReplyDeleteI am sooo excited for book 2 and Zakka-a-long! Thanks for the chance!!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful chance! Oh I just love your work Ayumi! I definateky already have your book from preorder, but I'd gladly gift it to a friend for a signed copy directly from you!
ReplyDeleteAnd scraps...from THE Ayumi? Oh for joy, what a bonus! You are the queen of all that is mixie and matchie and I bet even your scraps are glorious!
Thank you for this opportunity!
Congratulations on the release of your book - what an exciting year you are having!
ReplyDeleteMy goodness, Ayumi! You really are the queen of teeny tiny piecing! I'm quite in love with Kerry's house with it's teensy pieced sewing machine and coffee pot! Amazing! And the gorgeous trivet. A perfect place for a teapot :) I'm just bursting to get my hands on your book and start sewing! xx
ReplyDeleteWow-- the book looks amazing. Of COURSE I would love to win a copy!
ReplyDeleteDesi
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ciao ! partecipo volentieri al tuo giveaway . from Venice in Italy for your giveaway.
ReplyDeleteciao
Mobizu
The house looks amazing and I would love to win a copy of your book.
ReplyDeleteI love the lace in the windows. What a sweet touch.
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amandaK@whatthebobbin
Love the block!
ReplyDeleteYour hexagon trivet is wonderful. I'd love to win a copy of your book. Thanks for the chance.
ReplyDeleteThat house block is stunning - you are such a talented lady! And yes please I'd love a copy of your book to sew from - thanks
ReplyDeleteHi!!! Love your house block!!! Very pretty!!! Thanks for the fun give away!!!!
ReplyDeleteIt would be great to win a copy of your book, I love your designs. :-)
ReplyDeleteKristina
I would love to win a copy of your book. Thanks for the opportunity.
ReplyDeleteI love the book, just ordered mine can't wait to make the Swedish bloom quilt. So excited to see all the great patterns
ReplyDeleteHola como estas, me gusta que horijinal un beso
ReplyDeletedonde puedo comprar tu libro me gustaria tenerlo gracias
ReplyDeleteOh, I am dying to get my hands on your book and cannot wait to join the Zakka Along in June. I also, love your little house...especially the sewing machine in the window. So perfect!
ReplyDeleteI was sure I'm not going to join the SAL this time around. I made all the projects during the first one but seeing these new projects might change my mind. Winning a copy would make it even easier, lol. Thx.
ReplyDeleteI don't buy too many books, but yours is definitely on my list. I'd love to win one!
ReplyDeleteHello Ayumi :)
ReplyDeleteHow is your pregnancy going so far? I hope to have my baby in my arms next 16 April :) :) But before that I would love to win a copy of your awesome book! :) :)
Kiss
I would love a chance to win your beautiful book!
ReplyDeleteI would love a copy of the book! Thank you for the chance to win.
ReplyDeleteAnd the block is just adorable :). Love the kitty cat!
It feels like only yesterday that you were telling us your news of being published. And us joking that the time would fly by so quickly and that it would be the sew-along before we blinked!
ReplyDeleteI pre-ordered mine ages ago but Amazon Uk haven't even dispatched it to me yet :0( I would love to have a signed copy, then my friend could sew along too.
Oh, I've been wanting to get my hands on your latest book!! That house block is adorable (love the kitty in the window).
ReplyDeleteHi!
ReplyDeleteI would love to have your book!
Thanks for the giveaway!
Add me to the list of fans, the house block is inspirational, I think it could be my next quilt scaled up to be the top. Maybe a little garden in there as well. Mmmmmm thinking cap on now.
ReplyDeleteThe house is unbelievable, the details!
ReplyDeleteWould love to win your book:D
Congratulations; I'm looking forward to seeing the book!
ReplyDeleteI'd love to win your fabulous book!! Thanks for the chance!
ReplyDeleteOh, great giveaway! I will try my happiness :)
ReplyDeleteAnd your new block - again very cute work! Lovely result :)
Have a great time, Jolana
Oh Ayumi, the house block is fantastic -- I love the kitty in the window! I bet you're going to get all the international readers on this giveaway, including me;) I'm so thrilled for you and the book (and baby...what a year it will be for you)!
ReplyDeleteIt's great, please count me in too!
ReplyDeleteThank you for the chance,
Edit from Hungary
I would love to win your book. Thanks for the chance!
ReplyDeletei love your book, thanks for the chance!
ReplyDeleteI would love to win a signed copy, though I will say I pre-ordered and got my copy yesterday in the mail and had to stop by to let you know how much I love it. This is the first book in a LONG time that I literally want to make every single project! Bravo!
ReplyDeleteThis book is calling to me. I keep hearing such great things about it. Thanks for hosting a giveaway. :)
ReplyDeleteelisabeth . woo @ gmail
I have been seeing so many great things and reading great things about your new book - I would love to own it!
ReplyDeleteI would love to win a copy of your booK! You must be so excited :) Thanks for the chance!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on your new book. I'd love to win a copy--thanks for the opportunity.
ReplyDeleteI would love a signed copy from you even though I already have the copy that I preordered! If I won, I'd give away my other copy. ;) I LOVE the block you made. Your book is sitting patiently waiting for me to get over my fear of paper piecing and do some projects. Very exciting stuff . . . hope I am able to participate in the sew along!
ReplyDeleteYour hexagon is so beautiful. I love hexagons, all sorts of them. And what a beauty of a house. Thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteSuch a lovely book - congratulations!! Thanks for the fun chance to win a signed copy!
ReplyDeleteYour book is incredible, Ayumi! I can't wait until the Zakka Along!
ReplyDeleteCongrats!!!!
ReplyDeleteI'm so happy for you.
And thanks for the chance to win your wonderful book .... I hope to win ^__^
The book looks amazing, and I would love to own a signed copy!
ReplyDeletethat is so awesome. congrats on your new book.
ReplyDeleteS wonderful about your book, and I'd love to win it. Congratulations!
ReplyDeleteI would love to win a copy of the book, and the house block is adorable. Such tiny paper piecing!
ReplyDeleteLove your block. A house with a coffee pot and sewing machine is all we need!
ReplyDeleteGood morning Ayumi.
ReplyDeleteOnce again I am so happy to see more of your designs. The house design is so deceptively clever...it seems to have a sweet childlike innocence, but also has such sophisticated color and design choices. You are truly an artist!
Thank you very much for offering us an opportunity to win a copy of your delightful and inspiring new book. (I've also clicked over to Lindsey's site and very much enjoyed taking a peek at some of her great tutorials. You all are sure to eventually get me into paper piecing. 2013 will be the year!)
Best wishes, xo
It would be so nice to win a copy of your book! I didn't pre-order it yet since I've got hope to win a copy:)))
ReplyDeletePS. As always, your block is full of intriguing details and so cute!
I would love a chance to win a copy of your book if you are willing to ship all the way to Norway!
ReplyDeleteI am so thrilled for you! And I would be thrilled to win a copy!
ReplyDeleteThank you!
I would love to win a copy or your book! Thank you for this opportunity!
ReplyDeleteI'm following your blog for many years and had much fun with your tutorials. When you announced your upcoming book I was happy for you. I would like to win your book and join the sew along. Thanks for the chance to win.
ReplyDeleteYes, I'd like to be considered. Thank you for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteI would love a copy of your book! It looks amazing! I have long admired your work, so to have so many ideas all in one book would be great! Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteYour book looks fabulous, I hope i'm lucky enough to win. x
ReplyDeleteI would love towin your book :-)
ReplyDeleteLovely book, I am waiting for it by amazon, but I would love to win a signed book.
ReplyDeleteKisses from Spain
Teresa
I'm so glad that you have a book!!! You truly deserve it. Your creativity with fabric scraps is amazing!!!!
ReplyDeleteI love all the projects I've seen on blogs from your book, thanks for the give away!
ReplyDeleteLove your patterns, Ayumi!
ReplyDeleteI love your blog and you have given me the urge to learn paper piecing. Can't wait to get my hands on your new book. Congratulations! Thanks for the giveaway.
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to more of your fabric creations!
love that house block!
ReplyDeleteThat house block is so sweet! Love that kitty in the window. :D
ReplyDeleteThanks for a chance to win!
Congrats on the book! And I love your block!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on such a fabulous book...I can't wait to get mine!
ReplyDeleteThe house block is adorable with the window treatments!
Thanks for a chance to win!
LOVE LOVE LOVE your work, book and blog. And you make everything so perfectly, so beautiful. I am new to quilting and paer piecing which I love. Thank You!
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Dear Ayumi,
ReplyDeleteYour tutorials are always best. I am sure your book is awesome too.
Love,
Filiz
filiz.kaplan@gmail.com
Oh, how I would love to win this book. I love the little cat in the window of your house.....so sweet!
ReplyDeleteI am crossing my fingers & hoping to win a copy so I can join the sew along!!! :)
ReplyDeleteTHAT is an ADORABLE house! I would live there! ;p Wait, I would have to be very tiny. Never mind...I'll just admire it. ;p
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful block! So cute!
ReplyDeleteHi! That house is amazing! How you did so small paper piecing! I would love to see your book - thank you for a lovely give away! x Teje
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Congratulations for your book and thanks for the opportunity to participate in the contest!
ReplyDeleteHi, I'd love to win your book, thanks for the giveaway
ReplyDeleteI'd love love love a copy! Thanks for the chance :)
ReplyDeleteYour patchwork blocks are amazing, so fun and beautiful at the same time. Crossing my fingers.
ReplyDeleteI would like a signed copy too...... My friend has it and its awesome. Thanks for the give away :-)
ReplyDeleteLove the house and would love to win a copy of your book. Thanks for the chance!
ReplyDeleteLove your patchwork! Hope I can make it one day...
ReplyDeleteLove your patchwork! Hope I can make it one day...
ReplyDeleteOh I would love to get your book! Thank you so much.
ReplyDeleteEveryone has been raving about your book! I'd love a chance to win it AND the scraps :)
ReplyDeleteGcastillomail at yahoo dot com
What a darling book; congratulations! Thanks for the chance to win a copy!
ReplyDeleteThe book looks like its full of great stuff! It's still not available yet here in Canada, but it's waiting in my virtual shopping cart. Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteI would love to win your book!! Thanks so much for this giveaway!!
ReplyDeleteYour book looks very interesting. Thanks for the chance of winning it.
ReplyDeleteI love all your projects and a book would be wonderful! That's a great block!
ReplyDeleteYour house is great! Curtains in the windows and a cat!! Love it! I hope I´m the lucky winner of your book :)
ReplyDeleteGun, Sweden
gun@lapp.se
Your house block is fantastic! I'm amazed at those windows!
ReplyDeleteI don't actually need to win your book -- my pre-ordered copy already arrived. :) I wouldn't be averse to your pretty, pretty scraps, though. :D I'm looking forward to the zakka-along!
your house block is just too cute, love the coffee pot
ReplyDeleteyour blocks are gorgeous love the house !!
ReplyDeleteLove the house block! How cute isthatsewing machine in the window! Congrats too on the book!
ReplyDeleteI would love to win a copy of your book! Cannot wait to try some of the projects! I LOVE LOVE the sewing machine in the window!! Sew cute!! You have a great talent!! Thank you for sharing!
ReplyDeleteBook, yes please.
ReplyDeleteHELLO! I'D LOVE TO WIN A COPY OF YOUR BOOK!
ReplyDeleteTHANKS SO MUCH FOR SHARING!
msstitcher1948@yahoo.com
Lovely book - I would so enjoy making these projects!
ReplyDeleteOoh! Definitely have to try for a signed copy of your book. It is on my 'buy' list. Thanks for the giveaway.
ReplyDeleteOh, I would so love to win your book! Thank you so much!!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations,that`s great!!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the giveaway and the chance to win.
I would love to win a copy of your book. Thanks for the chance!
ReplyDeletePlease count me in. I'm not sure I would ever have the confidence but I'd love to try!
ReplyDeleteI love reading your blog. So inspiring. I'm sure your book is even better and I would love a copy.
ReplyDeleteIt's a magic book. I will hope to win.
ReplyDeleteI've never tried patchwork before, but your book makes me want to try it. Your projects look like they'd be a lot of fun to make. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteOh I love that block, perfect fussy cutting for the windows!
ReplyDeleteCongrats again, dear author ;o)
ReplyDeleteI'm looking forward to my birthday, your book is on my wishlist!
Thank you for the chance to win!!!
Congratulations on the book!
ReplyDeleteThe little tea pot is adorable. I love miniatures!
oh that's great! :)
ReplyDeletethank you very much for this opportunity :)
Congratulations for the book. I do patchwork for a year and surfing the net I discover your inspiring blog. I love your particular and very kind style. Thanks from Spain
ReplyDeleteSo sweet of you, I'd love to win your book and scraps!
ReplyDeleteI'd love to win your book! Then I would be able to do the sew along. Love your patterns!
ReplyDeleteYou're work is lovely so would really like to win a copy of the book.
ReplyDeleteIt would be a dream to win!
ReplyDeleteGreat giveaway, thanks!!
ReplyDeleteI would be thrilled to win your book! Thanks for the giveaway! Love your house block, especially the kitty in the bedroom!
ReplyDeleteThank you for the giveaway! Your book looks amazing. Best regards
ReplyDeleteI would love to win a copy of the book - the Hexagon trivet with the "k" is beautiful. Your house block is so cute too!
ReplyDeleteWow! The details in your paper pieced house block are amazing A! And I love your hexie pot holder. I would love to get my hands on your new book! Thank you for the opportunity! Jxo
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! And thank you for your generosity! :D
ReplyDeleteI would love to win your book. Yours was one of the first blogs I followed. Thanks for the opportunity.
ReplyDeleteI love the cat in the window! So cute! Congratulations on your book publication!!
ReplyDeletei'm finally catching up on blog reading and i'm so happy to see your beautiful block and your amazing book. i can't wait to get a copy and sew something from it. i'm so so happy for you :)
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for the chance to win your lovely book! The pincushions on the cover are so neat and tidy looking and I like them. :)
ReplyDeleteOoo, thanks for the reminder! Just bought a couple copies to carry in my shop! :) FabricBlissDenver.com will carry them, too, once they arrive! I can't WAIT!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for listing my pin cushion :-)...I love the little house.
ReplyDeletei loveeeeeeee giveaway...thanks for the chance.
ReplyDeleteI love your house block! I would love to win a copy of your book.
ReplyDeleteA copy of your book was in my mailbox today but a signed copy from you would be awesome! I'd gladly gift my other copy. Very excited to join the Zakka Along!
ReplyDeletei want :)
ReplyDeleteYes PLEASE! Thank you Ayumi, you are a generous soul! The kitchen window part of the block should show a bun in the oven :)
ReplyDeleteI'm so looking forward to your book! Your house block is great. I need to try some paper-piecing one of these days. I would love to win a copy so i can join the Zakka Along!
ReplyDeleteI am so excited about the release of your book. It is on my wish list with a glowing request, but receiving a copy from you would be an extra delight.
ReplyDeleteI love the little strips of lace used for the house curtains! I really need to get myself a copy of this book!!
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness, your house block is too cute! I hope to be lucky, random winner! We're buying our first house and your projects will help make it a home.
ReplyDeleteI would love to be half as creative as you. Your book would be a great start. Thanks for the chance at your giveaway!
ReplyDeleteI would love to receive ba copy of your new book. It looks like there are many great patterns to try. All your house blocks look lovely.
ReplyDeletelyn.robyn.smith@gmail.com
Congratulations on your beautiful new book. I keep seeing rave reviews on it. Thanks for the chance to win it!
ReplyDeleteellen(at)myerly(dot)net
Oh, Ayumi! I'm so pleased I've gotten your book and am not at all surprised how very lovely the projects are. Can't wait for the zakka along. Since I don't need a copy of the book, I wouldn't have commented but absolutely had to because of that house block you sewed. I'm a total nut for house blocks in general, but that is the finest one I've ever seen! Truly incredible! I'll bet Kerry doesn't mind at all that you were late with it because it's so well suited to her! ♥♥♥
ReplyDeleteTo win this book would be fantabulous!!! Love all of your work! Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeletewigglypup2(at)yahoo(dot)com
Stunning trivet - too pretty to use!
ReplyDeleteHey Ayumi ! I received my book in the mail yesterday ! Happy dance . It's gorgeous . Can't wait to start the sew along . I think I want to make everything ! Well done on a great achievement . If I win another copy , I will pass it on to my daughter who is studying fabric and textile design . ( she's a poor student ) thanks .
ReplyDeleteOh how I would love to win this book - thanks for the chance.
ReplyDeleteI would love to win your wonderful book ... your items are absolutely delightful. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on your new book! It looks fabulous!
ReplyDeleteI would be thrilled to win a copy of your book as I love your designs, Ayumi! Thanks for your sweet giveaway.
ReplyDeleteAwesome house block! I love the vignettes in each window. Totally amazing.
Would love to win. Thanks
ReplyDeleteI would be thrilled to win...thanks so much!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful house. Thank you for the offer to win your book, it would be so nice to have a collection of your work.
ReplyDeleteAll the pictures here and on other blogs look adorable. The tiny kitten in the window just slays me. What a cute idea for a patchwork. A grand book.
ReplyDeletehey,your house block is simply adorable n congrats on the release of your books.
ReplyDeleteI love what I've seen of your book so far, thanks for the chance to win one :)
ReplyDeleteI love the three projects I've seen and would love to win a copy of your book to make them for myself and gifts.
ReplyDeleteOh how I would love to win your book. House block is adorable and so is your book.
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness that is an adorable block. Thanks for the chance to win your amazing book!
ReplyDeleteThis looks like so much fun. Thanks for the giveaway.
ReplyDeleteYour block is too cute. Congratulations on your book.
ReplyDeleteCongrats on your book! I have made your lunchbag and fabric basket. Both tutorials were super helpful!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on the book. Would love to own a copy! That potholder is wonderful!!!
ReplyDeleteLove the Hexagon trivet. Congrats!
ReplyDeleteI would LOVE to win your book. I think there must be a LOT of eye candy in there.
ReplyDeleteYou are so talented and make such beautiful things! I would love to win your book! Thanks for the chance to win.
ReplyDeletefelicidades por tu libro, me encantarĂa ganarlo
ReplyDeleteThank you for the chance to win this fantastic book! It can be hard sometimes for Aussie quilters to get books shipped to our home Down Under :)
ReplyDeletePlease, please, please :) and thank you!
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to see the book. Looks like such fun.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the chance!! It looks like such a great book!
ReplyDeleteEntry for Julie Soden :)
ReplyDeleteI have been following your blog for awhile now. I love all the wonderful things you make. I have made numerous items from your tutorials and from patterns in Stitch magazine. I am excited to have your book. A signed copy would make it even more special. Congratulations on this very exciting time in your life with your pregnancy and book. I am very happy for you.
ReplyDeleteCongrats on the book! All the projects look so beautiful and fun! I would LOVE a signed copy of your books :) Thanks for a chance to win!
ReplyDeleteYour house block is too cute as are the other projects I've been seeing from your book! Thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to the chance of winning your book!
ReplyDeleteRachel C
I am such a fan of your work and your baby clothes are precious! Good luck with the baby, who will be your greatest project of all.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful book! Perhaps it will help me actually not be scared of patchwork and finally make some of those things I keep dreaming about.
ReplyDeleteI just love the peeks I have seen of the projects in your book! I would love to win a copy
ReplyDeleteMe me me .... :-) Yes I would love to win a copy of your book.
ReplyDeleteOh pick me! Pick me. Pretty please. I would be so thrilled to win a copy of your book.
ReplyDeleteoh what an amazing give away! your work is fantastic and i would love a chance to win your book :)
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