Friday, December 9, 2011

Blog Hop, Giveaway and Sale!

The drawing is now closed. Thank you for entering.
Happy birthday to the Quilting Gallery! In honor of their fourth birthday, the Quilting Gallery is hosting a blog hop. How fun!  Be sure to stop by my Sew Mama Sew giveaway for another chance to win!

If you're new here, hi! I'm Melissa Stramel, a pattern designer and hopeful fabric designer. I am with Andover fabric. My patterns are available in many places, you can click the link at the side for more information. If you like what you see here, I hope you'll be back for more. I respond to every comment that is not from a "no reply" blogger.

In honor of this blog hop, I'm having a giant sale. You'll have to use my store through my website. I couldn't get the coupon to work on etsy, sorry! The sale is 25% off all paper patterns and 40% of all e-patterns! Enter code BLOGHOP for 25% off paper patterns. Enter code BLOGHOP2 for 40% off of e-patterns. If you buy a combination of both, you'll have to check out each order separately to use both coupons. Your total should be right though since there are no shipping charges for e-patterns! So check it out. The sale is good through December 17 and all orders placed by December 16 will arrive by Christmas for US orders.

And now for the giveaway! I have a brand new copy of The Wedding Quilt, an Elm Creek Quilts novel by Jennifer Chiaverini.
New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Chiaverini brings us to Elm Creek once again, for the wedding of Sarah McClure's daughter Caroline. The book travels through wedding memories of most of the Elm Creek staff.  For every bride who has ever dreamed of commemorating her marriage with a wedding quilt, and for every family member who has proudly witnessed nuptials bound by love, The Wedding Quilt is a novel that celebrates the strength and beauty of shared lives.

In addition to this beautiful, hard-back book, the winner of this drawing can choose one of my patterns of their choice, either paper or e-pattern.

The drawing runs through December 17 at midnight. To enter, just leave me a comment with your favorite Christmas tradition. If you don't celebrate Christmas, you can tell me your favorite winter tradition.


Blog Hop Party with Give-Aways

Behold, a virgin shall be with child, and shall bring forth a son, and they shall call his name Emmanuel, which being interpreted is, God with us. Matthew 1:23
Love,
xoxo
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118 comments:

  1. Kathy S.December 9, 2011 at 6:19 AM

    Thanks for the chance to win your giveaway. I LOVE the doll clothes pattern. They are so cute!

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  2. KristyLouDecember 9, 2011 at 6:41 AM

    This is exciting! Thanks.

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  3. Marjorie's Busy CornerDecember 9, 2011 at 7:07 AM

    would love to win this..thank you

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  4. Diane HDecember 9, 2011 at 7:25 AM

    Love her series of books. Thanks so much for a chance.

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  5. NancyDecember 9, 2011 at 7:47 AM

    would love to win this...I am a veracious reader and must have missed this one.. The doll clothes pattern would be perfect if it's for an 18 inch doll...

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  6. AnonymousDecember 9, 2011 at 7:48 AM

    We just started a new tradition with our young family. In the beginning of December, we go cut down our Christmas tree, decorate it, and then have popcorn and hot chocolate by the fireplace! My girls were thrilled!

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  7. AnonymousDecember 9, 2011 at 8:02 AM

    I just love the "Spirit" Christmas seems to put into everyone! Would love to win this fab book and a bonus of one of your patterns too! Thank you for a fun post!

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  8. SunnybecDecember 9, 2011 at 8:12 AM

    I've never read any of her books but I am keen too - everyone seems to like them. Thanks for the chance. Really my one and only tradition now is watching A Christmas Carol.... it always feels like Christmas then.

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  9. heleenDecember 9, 2011 at 8:18 AM

    Hi. here in the Netherlands we seldom have a white x-mas. I love to dress up a christmas tree and pretend it's snowing outside.

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  10. GillDecember 9, 2011 at 8:27 AM

    Count me in please Melissa!
    I haven't read any of the Elm Creek books!

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  11. Amy, a redeemed sheepDecember 9, 2011 at 8:43 AM

    I'd love to read this book! Thanks, Melissa!

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  12. Needled MomDecember 9, 2011 at 9:10 AM

    I'd love to read it too, Melissa.

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  13. AnonymousDecember 9, 2011 at 10:57 AM

    SWEET GIVEAWAY!
    LOVE CAROLING AT CHRISTMAS!
    MERRY CHRISTMAS ALL!

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  14. GoosegirlDecember 9, 2011 at 11:23 AM

    We have several traditions, but I think my favorite is lighting the Advent Candles on the Sunday nights of Advent, leading up to Christmas. We take turns reading the Bible verses and we sing carols and then drink homemade hot chocolate and have a dessert. It is just our own little family, which is a rarity in our crazy life. But it is so precious.
    Thanks for the chance to win! I would LOVE to! Thanks Melissa

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  15. JanetDecember 9, 2011 at 1:45 PM

    It would be wonderful to read this book. I think I'll start a new tradition this year of reading the Christmas story during my already most favourite tradition - the time late on Christmas Eve when we bask in the light and warmth of the Christmas lights after all the work is done.

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  16. Quiltin' SandyDecember 9, 2011 at 2:01 PM

    Hi Melissa, my traditions have changed over the years, now I am an "empty nester". I love to listen to Xmas Carols on Xmas Eve while I am enjoying a nice glass of wine and some shortbread, of course. :)

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  17. karaminoDecember 9, 2011 at 2:18 PM

    Thanks for the chance to win your giveaway! We love to decorate our Christmas tree together)

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  18. LeahDecember 9, 2011 at 9:48 PM

    Every year we make divinity for Christmas. My kids haven't taken a liking to it yet, but if I keep making it perhaps it will grow on them.

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  19. Kathy MacKieDecember 10, 2011 at 3:19 AM

    A tradition that we have had since I was little is making our version of homemade chop suey on Xmas Eve, thanks.

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  20. Ana e os ViraventosDecember 10, 2011 at 4:22 AM

    I love the advent calendar tradition.

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  21. JulieDecember 10, 2011 at 5:00 AM

    I love her books. Great giveaway. Our tradition is going to a Christmas tree farm to get our tree every year.

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  22. MichellDecember 10, 2011 at 5:50 AM

    Thanks for the giveaway. Putting up the tree and looking at lights is one thing we like doing

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  23. QuiltKornerDecember 10, 2011 at 7:10 AM

    Our tradition for 50 some years is on Christmas Eve or Christmas when you first get up you try to say "Christmas Eve Gift" or "Christmas Gift" depending on the day to each person in the family before they say it to you. It's just fun.

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  24. LaurelDecember 10, 2011 at 8:21 AM

    mmm. favorite tradition? a simple dinner on Christmas Eve, then everybody changes into their pajamas, digs all their presents out of their hiding spots, deposits them under the tree, and then stands around trying REALLY hard not to peek... until we sit by the fireplace and read the Story from the Bible, followed with The Night Before Christmas... and then the little ones go off to bed and I get ready for Midnight Mass at church.

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  25. juliehallfeldhausDecember 10, 2011 at 8:22 AM

    Love Love her books I've read them all but this one! Hope I win:)

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  26. Kathy HDecember 10, 2011 at 8:28 AM

    I love Jennifer's books. Thanks for the chance to win one of her books. I would love to read it. One of our favorite traditions is to drive through the nearby neighborhoods that put out luminaries on Christmas Eve. We listen to Christmas carols and it is so peaceful and beautiful. It reminds me of the real Christmas.

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  27. HeatherDecember 10, 2011 at 8:39 AM

    A favorite tradition of our family is filling the Christmas stockings. It is a "must do" and gets funnier and more fun as the children became adults. My stocking is a decorated red felt one and matching ones are made for every new family member. They are kitchy and cherished.

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  28. cajamkDecember 10, 2011 at 8:48 AM

    My favorite winter tradition is going to the Christmas pagaent held by our sister church. It is held at the boys' school church. The pagaent is all called How the Chimes Rang. The costumes are wonderful and when the poor boy with his meager present makes the chimes ring and lights in this old church dim and the choir starts singing. Everytime I go my heart swells. It's hard to explain but I know who is in my heart...I follow and work for him everyday. My life is better with him in it. Christ. Thanks for the chance to enter. Oh btw. Tonight is the play. Yes, I am going.

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  29. Karen ODecember 10, 2011 at 10:59 AM

    My favorite CHRISTmas tradition is going to church at 11:00 on Christmas eve for the candlelight service. Thank you for the chance to win some loveliness.

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  30. Heather's Blog-o-ramaDecember 10, 2011 at 11:35 AM

    My dad and I have a tradition of looking for the one open coffee stand in town on Christmas day. It goes back to one Christmas we didn't have money for present...but we had money for a nice coffee and soda drink. So went looking for an open place and found one. We continue to do this every year :)

    I really the Elm Creek Quilt series. I read them at my library :) Love and hugs from the ocean shores of California, Heather :)

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  31. AnonymousDecember 10, 2011 at 12:11 PM

    Christmas breakfast. Thats when everyone shows up. I follow you blog and enjoy it very mcuh.

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  32. AnonymousDecember 10, 2011 at 12:39 PM

    Mt favorite Christmas tradition is cooking on Christmas Eve so I can relax on Christmas Day!

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  33. JsoosayDecember 10, 2011 at 3:12 PM

    My favorite tradition has always been the fondue dinner my family has on Christmas Eve. Good food and lots of fun!

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  34. SheilaDecember 10, 2011 at 4:37 PM

    My favorite tradition is to make shortbread cookies.thanksf for the chance to win.

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  35. Marcia W.December 10, 2011 at 5:00 PM

    Thanks for the chance to win this book. I've never read this series, and it's about time for me to see what it is all about. Of course, I like your patterns too. I already follow your blog.

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  36. beaquilterDecember 10, 2011 at 5:04 PM

    great giveaway and I'd love to read another Elm creek book. new follower here

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  37. Marcia W.December 10, 2011 at 6:10 PM

    I forgot to enter our tradition. All the family gets together around Christmas for a mid-day dinner and present exchange. Everyone from my mother down through her great grand daughters. This year will be special because 3 of her great grands will be having their first Christmas. It's lots of family fun and togetherness.

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  38. Catskill QuilterDecember 10, 2011 at 6:18 PM

    My favorite tradition is our Christmas tree, which has ornaments collected by five generations. Love your bag patterns!

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  39. hueiseiDecember 10, 2011 at 6:48 PM

    I loves decorating the Christmas tree!!
    Thx for the chance to win ^^v

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  40. Mom CDecember 10, 2011 at 9:35 PM

    Would love the book. My favorite activity, not a tradition, is seeing my children, who are grown, married and families of their own, interact with each other, have fun and love to be together. It's wonderful to watch.

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  41. Tracey @ The Peony TeacupDecember 10, 2011 at 10:20 PM

    My favourite Christmas tradition is making fresh, homemade pasta (an homage to our Italian roots).. but I really enjoy the cooking, baking, decorating and family togetherness.. it's a great time of year to have small children around :)

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  42. MhairiDecember 10, 2011 at 10:29 PM

    My favourite Christmas tradition is spending Christmas Eve on the beach with my husband and children. We eat hot chips, swim and enjoy each others company.

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  43. Grandma MDecember 11, 2011 at 9:18 AM

    Thanks for the give away. We start off the season by going as a family to cut our trees.

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  44. NettieDecember 11, 2011 at 10:37 AM

    My fav Christmas tradition would be making gingerbread houses and gingerboy cookies with my grandkids. When they fall asleep we hide them all over the place. It's so much fun to play along with them and see the merriment in their eyes!
    I just signed up to follow your blog.
    Happy Holidays,
    Nettie
    nettiecrain@live.com

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  45. Flo @ Butterfly QuiltingDecember 11, 2011 at 10:43 AM

    thanks for the wonderful giveaway! My favourite part of Christmas is having all the kids home for Christmas dinner! Noisy, crazy, busy, messy...wonderful!

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  46. JudyCinNCDecember 11, 2011 at 11:20 AM

    Favorite Christmas tradition is the elaborate Christmas brunch at our house when all the kids and families come over after Santa presents are enjoyed. Wonderful giveaway and thank you for participating. Judy C in NC

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  47. UnknownDecember 11, 2011 at 11:40 AM

    thank you for this chance to win. my tradition is to put up the tree. hugs

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  48. bohemiannie! artDecember 11, 2011 at 11:53 AM

    Opening presents!!!

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  49. LauradublinDecember 11, 2011 at 12:33 PM

    Christmas lunch with my family and also seeing my nephews on Christmas after Santa has been.

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  50. JudyDecember 11, 2011 at 2:56 PM

    My favorite tradition for me is making gifts for my family.
    Judy
    www.goldendogquilting.com
    www.birchbaydyedfabric.com

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  51. RochelleDecember 11, 2011 at 3:19 PM

    Baking cookies, ice skating... doing anything with my family is the best tradition for me.

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  52. GwenDecember 11, 2011 at 3:22 PM

    I have so many Christmas traditions that I love... it is too hard to choose just one! I love singing Christmas carols, decorating the tree, wrapping the gifts, watching Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer.... but I think my favorite Christmas tradition would be just getting together with family and friends to celebrate the birth of the baby Jesus and the love He brought to the world... He *is* the reason for the season! Merry Christmas, and thank you for giving us a chance to win! :-)

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  53. Joanie's Trendy QuiltsDecember 11, 2011 at 3:51 PM

    Love Jennifer Chiaverini books. I have read all but this new one. She visited our quilt guild and I own a signed copy of one of her books which I cherish. Your patterns are adorable too. Thanks for the great offerings.

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  54. UnknownDecember 11, 2011 at 4:03 PM

    This is a book I would love to read. I love our Christmas Eve tradition of having family over for a fondue. My grandkids have always had look-alike pj's.

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  55. SallieDecember 11, 2011 at 5:41 PM

    My favorite Christmas tradition is Christmas Dinner with the family. Thanks for the great giveaway! Merry Christmas!

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  56. BillieBee (billiemick)December 11, 2011 at 5:51 PM

    Love your patterns. Great giveaway.

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  57. AnonymousDecember 11, 2011 at 5:55 PM

    My Christmas is setting up my Parent's christmas tree. I would love to win the book!

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  58. Connie Kresin CampbellDecember 11, 2011 at 5:59 PM

    I've never read any of her books but would love to! Our family tradition is having a White Elephant exchange for the adults, thanks for the great giveaway!

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  59. Jan MareeDecember 11, 2011 at 7:52 PM

    My favourite christmas tradition is buying and giving gifts and hopefully getting just the right thing - it doesn't have to be expensive just perfect for the recipient!

    Thanks for the chance to win- I love Elm Creek Quilters Books and can't get them in Oz

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  60. ArianeDecember 11, 2011 at 8:07 PM

    Thanks for the wonderful giveaway!! My favorite tradition is decorating the tree with the kids. I just love that!!!

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  61. Carla GDecember 11, 2011 at 8:11 PM

    Our family tradition is on Christmas Eve all the family gets together at our house for a meal. Everyone brings appetizers - that way we get to taste lots of different foods at one sitting. Thanks for a chance to win your great giveaway - that book looks interesting! :)

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  62. LindaDecember 11, 2011 at 8:31 PM

    I would love to win this book. My Favourite Chriwtmas tradition was when our children were little and still believed in Santa Claus. Before going to bed they puts out a plate containing a mince pie(for Santa) & a carrot (for Rudolf) and a glass of sherry, also for Santa. Next morning they inspected the plate for crumbs and the empty glass! Lucky Daddy!

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  63. LindaDecember 11, 2011 at 8:35 PM

    Would love to win the book.my Favourite Christwmas tradition was when our children still believed in Sanat Claus. Before going to bed on Christmas Eve they would put out a plate containing a mince pie ( for Santa), a carrot (for Rudolf) and a glass of sherry also for Santa. Next morning the plate would be inspected for crumbs and the glass was checked that it was empty. Lucky Daddy!
    Preferred email: travjonuk@yahoo.com

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  64. Mama LuscoDecember 11, 2011 at 9:42 PM

    Thanks for the giveaway. Love the new pattern! Thank you! mamalusco at ortelco dot net

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  65. Quilting MelodiesDecember 12, 2011 at 12:53 AM

    My favorite tradition is making cookies and peanut butter cups and taking them to neighbors. Thanks for sharing!

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  66. TinaDecember 12, 2011 at 2:12 AM

    My favorite Christmas tradition is reading the Christmas story of Jesus's birth.

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  67. DebDecember 12, 2011 at 7:21 AM

    Great giveaway - thanks for the chance! My favorite Christmas tradition is opening one gift on Christmas Eve. It's so fun to decide which one to open and gets everyone so excited for Christmas morning!

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  68. MarilynDecember 12, 2011 at 8:11 AM

    My favourite traditions revolve around my grandchildren now, whether it is having them over to decorate my tree, helping them shop for their mum, or sharing the day, all is so precious.

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  69. Linda VeraDecember 12, 2011 at 9:26 AM

    Melissa, Favorite tradition...Christmas Eve, kids and grandkids arrive all excited, they do their sliding to the River, have hot chocolate, the meal of Clam Chowder and Broccoli Cheese rolls, etc., etc. The Grandkids (ages 9 to 16 yrs) STILL "ask" that Grandpa read "The Legend of the Candy Cane, it's an inspirational story, about the Candy Cane, it being a symbol of the truth of Christ's birth and redemption, and the gift of His Love..
    Thanks for the opportunity to win a pattern and Jennifer's book, she is a fantastic author :)

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  70. KristyDecember 12, 2011 at 9:31 AM

    Christmas Eve....we all have a birthday party for Jesus complete with cake and candles then put on our matching jammies, pile in front of the Polar Express and drink hot cocoa at the exact time they do in the movie!!! LOVE IT!!!

    Thanks for the giveaway!

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  71. Lisa CoxDecember 12, 2011 at 11:40 AM

    My favorite tradition is to bake. I then donate the cookies/pies to fundraisers for the less fortunate.

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  72. AnneDecember 12, 2011 at 12:17 PM

    My family piles into the car, and we drive through town admiring Christmas light displays.

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  73. JudiDecember 12, 2011 at 12:55 PM

    I'd love to win this book! My favorite tradition includes doing a Jesse Tree Bible study from Thanksgiving to Christmas.

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  74. kautz potatoesDecember 12, 2011 at 5:02 PM

    Favorite tradition: reading "Jotham's journey" with the kiddos by candle light.

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  75. Lee DDecember 12, 2011 at 6:43 PM

    having my youngest read 'Twas the Night Before Christmas with all of us in her room/bed

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  76. JodiDecember 12, 2011 at 6:47 PM

    My Favourite Christmas Tradition is going home to my parents house for the first weekend in Advent to deck the tree, put up the Christmas lights and put out my mums Angel Collection (which takes more work than the tree and lights put together but is my favourite part). We share good food and quality time together and relax in preparation for the the Christmas Season. It also means that if a time comes where we are not together on Christmas day due to in-Law commitments we at least have this tradition in place.

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  77. AnonymousDecember 12, 2011 at 6:49 PM

    What a lovely give away. Your patterns look great!

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  78. Diane WildDecember 12, 2011 at 8:55 PM

    Thanks for the chance to win this book. I've read all of Jennifer's books but not this one, yet. The patterns are really cute.

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  79. Quilting "b"December 12, 2011 at 10:40 PM

    My favorite tradition that is just for is: when all the baking is done and the decorating and the presents are wrapped. I curl up with a Christmas novel and just relax and enjoy. So this giveaway would be perfect

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  80. GinaDecember 13, 2011 at 3:58 AM

    I love picking out a christmas tree with my family, bringing it home and decorating it! So much fun!

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  81. MaxineDecember 13, 2011 at 8:58 AM

    Would love to win this. Thanks for participating in the blog hop giveaways. Happy holidays.

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  82. jeifnerDecember 13, 2011 at 9:00 AM

    We gather together and turn off all the lights, electronics/cell phones and have a family dinner by candlelight.

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  83. MissyDecember 13, 2011 at 9:00 AM

    Favorite Tradition is simply getting together with family. Thanks for the chance to win. I am going to follow your blog..love your patterns!

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  84. LunaDecember 13, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    My favorite Christmas tradition is baking cookies with my younger daughter.

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

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  85. kinterDecember 13, 2011 at 10:22 AM

    We exchange handmade gifts every year! That's my favorite tradition!

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  86. AnonymousDecember 13, 2011 at 3:11 PM

    Chocolates for our family are a special treat..this one particular brand that is getting hard to find..our family have been celebrating at Christmas all my life with them..I didn't think we had a particular tradition until I realised the significance of these gaily wrapped peices of delight.

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  87. aSprinklingDecember 13, 2011 at 5:38 PM

    This looks like a very interesting book. And I would love that doll pattern...or should I say my daughters would love it. :) One of my favorite Christmas traditions is picking and cutting down a fresh Christmas tree.

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  88. kathyDecember 13, 2011 at 8:35 PM

    Scratch-off Tickets in the Christmas Stockings.

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  89. crafter1953December 13, 2011 at 9:44 PM

    Hi, I would love to win. The book and a pattern thank you.The whole family gets together for a party sometime in Dec. before Christmas and have a dinner and just enjoy seeing each other. Happy Holiday to You and Yours.

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  90. AmelisdaughterDecember 14, 2011 at 7:19 AM

    I love it to have time together with my family. This is the best. And the fun the kids have.
    Nice christmas to everyone. Katja

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  91. SusanDecember 14, 2011 at 9:23 AM

    Christmas Eve we go to church and enjoy a program put on by the kids. Then we open our presents, eat lots of Christmas goodies, and just enjoy being together as a family. Christmas Day we cook a turkey with all the trimmings and eat more Christmas goodies.

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  92. The Sleepy DreamerDecember 14, 2011 at 9:28 AM

    favorite tradition is just being together with family, and eating delicious food. enjoying the laughter, and company. lnb1191(at)aol(dot)com

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  93. Dresden QuilterDecember 14, 2011 at 12:38 PM

    I love driving around to see the Christmas lights with my children and then getting hot chocolate. Thanks for the giveaway.

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  94. SandraDecember 14, 2011 at 1:07 PM

    Our tradition takes place on Christmas Eve at my mom's house in Jamestown, CA. The whole family will be there. We have a potluck, share stories about us and there is an ecxchange of presents in a cicle, where each of has gets to open 1 present each and then go around again and again till all the presents are opened. It is all about love. I have Jennifer's quilt patterns and do not have any books, so this would be special, indeed. Thank you and have yourself a Merry Christmas.

    Sandi T.
    sandit1@sbcglobal.net

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  95. tpottDecember 14, 2011 at 1:35 PM

    My favorite tradition is that every year I make cookies. A lot of cookies many different types. I really enjoy it. ;->

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  96. AnyaDecember 14, 2011 at 2:37 PM

    My favorite tradition is making gingerbread houses! Thanks for the chance!

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  97. EllieDecember 14, 2011 at 3:22 PM

    My favorite CHRISTmas tradition is going to our church's Christmas Eve service! Thanks for the chance to win!

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  98. ThisQuiltingMamaDecember 14, 2011 at 3:38 PM

    Our favorite family Christmas tradition is to have a "Camp Out" under the tree between Christmas and New Year's. We read books (usually gifts received), eat cookies and hot cocoa and then fall asleep by the sugar plum dreams created by the lovely lights. It's the best!

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  99. KessDecember 15, 2011 at 12:49 AM

    We get together with old family friends and bake/decorate Christmas cookies. Thanks for the giveaway!
    kessilari(at)gmail(dot)com

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  100. Purl ButtonsDecember 15, 2011 at 12:18 PM

    Thank you for the chance to win. My favorite tradition is when my husband prepares special appetizers for the family for Christmas Eve. Then we watch a Christmas movie together. This year we will watch Elf.

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  101. JocelynDecember 15, 2011 at 2:30 PM

    Our family gathers together on Christmas Eve for a big celebration of CHRISTmas. A wonderful covered dish dinner and time to share. I love your JOY bag!! Thanks for a great giveaway!

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  102. nicolesenderDecember 15, 2011 at 8:43 PM

    My favorite tradition is to have a big family dinner on Christmas Day.
    nicolesender(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  103. Maria KievitDecember 15, 2011 at 10:04 PM

    Going to church Christmas Eve, and seeing the story done in candlelight. Very nice giveaway indeed.

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  104. Donna JoyDecember 16, 2011 at 7:25 AM

    When I was a kid we would go tobogganing and skating.
    I like your Joy pattern. Thanks for the giveaway. I'm going back to explore your blog.

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  105. Tara-ComfyandPrettyBlogDecember 16, 2011 at 8:24 AM

    WE love making ornaments

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  106. jqluoDecember 16, 2011 at 8:56 AM

    Karaoke with my family!
    Thanks for the generous giveaway and a chance to win!

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  107. CheriDecember 16, 2011 at 11:40 AM

    Being with family and playing games on Christmas Day. Thanks for the chance.

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  108. AJDecember 16, 2011 at 2:27 PM

    We like backyard Cricket and sharing the Christmas Story....my 2-year-old has been carrying his 'Little People' Baby Jesus to the shops!

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  109. Living in La La LandDecember 16, 2011 at 2:53 PM

    Every Christmas Eve, we attend Midnight Mass as a family, go to my moms for pesole(Mexican soup), put on matching pj's and read, T'was The Night Before Christmas! I look forward to this all year!
    chacoyaguayo(at)yahoo(dot)com
    Thank you for the opportunity;)

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  110. TerriDecember 16, 2011 at 6:03 PM

    Hi Melissa,

    Thanks so much for the wonderful opportunity! I'm getting married next Fall so this would be so appropriate.

    As for my favorite Christmas traditions...I just love going home to see my family, since I no longer live nearby. I cherish our time together.

    Have a wonderful weekend!

    -Terri

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  111. NancyMDecember 16, 2011 at 7:52 PM

    wonderful gift. Thanks for the giveaway.

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  112. ThearicaDecember 16, 2011 at 8:01 PM

    Well, my granddaughter is getting an American Doll from Santa so no time like the present to win so I can choose the doll clothes pattern for 18" dolls! :)

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  113. DebDecember 16, 2011 at 10:17 PM

    I've never read the series of books altho I've heard about them around blogland. I'd love to have the chance to pick one of your patterns. Thanks for the chance. My favorite tradition is attending a Lessons and Carols service every December...lots of scriptures read and many carols.

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  114. BaileyDecember 17, 2011 at 9:48 AM

    Love the tradition of cinnamon rolls on Christmas morning!

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  115. Kd BrownDecember 17, 2011 at 10:19 AM

    My favorite CHRISTmas tradition is attending the candlelight service at church on Christmas eve. Merry Christmas! Kd ~ www.KdQuilts.com

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  116. JoanneDecember 17, 2011 at 3:06 PM

    When I was little, we always acted out the Nativity on Christmas Eve. Now I do it with my kids.

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  117. magicthimblecreationsDecember 17, 2011 at 5:12 PM

    My favorite Christmas tradition happened when I was young and my Grandparents were still alive. All of their 10 children, if they could, their spouses and children would gather in their tiny shotgun type house on Christmas Eve. I don't remember presents or anything like that being involved, but lots of fun times. Several Aunts and Uncles were musically inclined and there would be singing, lots of laughter and rememberance of the reason for the celebration.

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  118. LorriDecember 17, 2011 at 8:11 PM

    Thanks for the giveaway. Our favorite tradition is a pajama party the Saturday after Thanksgiving. We all show up in our jammies, decorate the tree and have lots to eat and drink

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