I have had a few quiet months, no travel, just sitting here in my studio busily working away by myself. I have designed and stitched much (I have holes in my fingers to prove it) but haven’t actually shown you anything finished! I promise, it will come – my pile of UFO’s – actually AF’s is growing – everything is ‘almost finished’- just needing those last little details completed – like handles or quilting, binding, pattern writing, photography etc.
So to all of my new friends who have travelled to my blog from Madame Samms – please don’t leave me – there will be much new eye candy coming soon.
In the meantime, to welcome you all here and for my long time blog friends I thought I’d have a little giveaway. Hopefully many of you got out those pencils last week and had a go at Colourque. I thought I’d giveaway my original sample I used for the Tutorial.
It is just bare, finished ready for appliquéing onto a project of your choice which I’d love to see. Also, for those of you who loved your play with Colourque I will give away three copies of the ‘bible’ of Colourque -
This has step by step photos and instructions on every detail of the basic version of Colourque (what you learnt last week) – it also has the designs and instructions for the Baltimore Quilt on the cover plus 5 other dreamy projects to match. You will be an expert with this.
So, what you need to do is leave a comment (make sure your blog address is in your comment settings – or put it in your actual comment) because you also need to list this blog in your personal blog roll = you know, the list of blogs on your blog that you love to visit. The first entry drawn will get a book and the finished piece, the second and third will receive a book each. If you share the competition (I know that gives you a lesser chance but sharing and caring is what we are about :) ) then there may even be a bonus!
okay, must get back to a UFO or an AF project now so I can live up to my promise soon.
hugs for today
Helen
Boy am I one happy camper!!! I searched the site and found the directions for the stitch book. I have downloaded the patterns and if it weren't the wee hours of the morning, I would begin tonight. I am so excited I should start tonight because I probably won't be able to sleep. Thank you so much for sharing and teaching us "newbies" how to embroider.
Posted by: Jane T | October 21, 2011 at 06:20 PM
oh how much fun is this love to colour and stitch thank you for the chance to be in the draw hugs Beth
Posted by: Beth | October 14, 2011 at 11:46 PM
Hi Helen, We are never too old to pick up a pencil and colour in. I have had a go and really enjoyed the finished look.I will use your colourque technique again. Maxine
Posted by: Maxine | October 14, 2011 at 11:40 PM
Loved learning about your coloring technique, dragon flies are very unique and I am looking forward to working on your design. Thanks for offering your book. I follow you , and love embroidery
Posted by: Donna Joy | October 11, 2011 at 02:08 AM
Great technique and a very fun blog!!
Posted by: rebecca | October 09, 2011 at 11:15 PM
Would love to win....after just finishing your colourque pattern from Madame Samm's and putting it on my blog, I'd love to try some more! Was just like a kid again...so much fun!!!!
always a fan,
sugary hugs
Wendy :O) xo
Posted by: WendyB | October 08, 2011 at 11:18 PM
Wow it looks amazing.Specially i like the first one.Its round shape increases its beauty.
Posted by: replica watches uk | October 08, 2011 at 04:34 PM
Great tut on stash manicure. I tried it out on a quilt label looks cute. Dragonflies are one of my fav bugs. Thanks for the chance to win the sample and the book as well.
Annette
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Posted by: D | October 08, 2011 at 12:23 AM
Thanks for a chance. I'm off to check out your colouring tut.
Posted by: DianeH | October 07, 2011 at 05:47 AM
Helen, You are a fantastic stitcher and I would luv an original handmade by you! Oh, and since I am also a stitcher, I would like to try colorique. Your admirer...Jewelboxchar
Posted by: jewelboxchar | October 06, 2011 at 10:42 AM
Hi from another Helen! Would love to try Colorque. I enjoy reading your blog every day (or every time you blog). Love your tutorials also. Keep up the good work and keep blogging.
Posted by: Helen T | October 06, 2011 at 10:19 AM
I loved your post at stash manicure and can't wait to try this technique. I was glad you pointed out to color in first and then stitch around the section.
Posted by: Kathy H | October 06, 2011 at 05:01 AM
I always look forward to your posts and love the colourque technique. I recently used it in a small quilt designed by my sister and it looks great. Thanks for providing the DVD we learnt from.
Posted by: Colleen | October 05, 2011 at 06:21 PM
I love your Colorque. I always loved coloring as a child and never outgrew it! Happy to be subscribed to your blog.
Posted by: Marsha | October 05, 2011 at 12:36 PM
I am one of the many who discovered you through Madame Sam. I love your technique and would love to win the book. Thank you for the chance to win.
Posted by: Karen | October 05, 2011 at 09:02 AM
i'm one of your mme. samm followers who is now your follower, too! i'm very interested in this technique! i could easily make my alaska sunbonnet sue blox like this! i have posted about this on my blog, akgranny.blogspot.com
does it follow that i would like to be one of your winners? i am!
Posted by: Rita Goshorn | October 05, 2011 at 08:04 AM
What a generous giveaway..would love to own your dragonfly and the book, too!!! Thanks for the chance...can't wait to see what you've been creating!!! I've added you to my personal blog roll.
Posted by: Terry | October 05, 2011 at 04:53 AM
Would love a copy of your book. This is one technique I want to try. Thanks for the chance.
Posted by: Four dogs and one quilter | October 05, 2011 at 03:21 AM
Your blog link has been on my blog for several years because I love your style. Thanks for all the lovely patterns and techniques.
Posted by: Bev | October 05, 2011 at 01:12 AM
I love, love, love your designs. I would also love the opportunity to win your sample and book. Thank you. Also thank you for your tutorial.
http://cateringquilter.blogspot.com
Posted by: Marilyn | October 05, 2011 at 01:10 AM
I'd love to have anything you've made, Helen. The book would be wonderful too.
Posted by: Bev | October 05, 2011 at 01:08 AM
Have had your blog on mine for a LONG time now and enjoy reading every post you make. Tried the coloring once but had trouble with it smearing. Maybe an instruction book would help. Really love the dragonfly and could probably find something to do with him!!
Posted by: Margie Crewse | October 05, 2011 at 12:49 AM
I love your sample - thanks for the chance to win! I also have really enjoyed (and learned lots)your Stitched Sundays.
Posted by: Julie Letvin | October 05, 2011 at 12:30 AM
I would love to be the lucky winner, I forgot to put my blog address in my last entry, so I hope I have changed my entry correctly.
Posted by: Marcia K | October 05, 2011 at 12:25 AM
I am so excited about this, I sure hope I am a lucky winner!
Posted by: Marcia K | October 05, 2011 at 12:23 AM
You do such lovely work...
Posted by: LJ Meyers | October 05, 2011 at 12:03 AM
Hi Helen....I think your sample looks great...I would love to go into your draw please....You are already on my list of blogs I love to visit....Thanks Kate....
Posted by: Kate Sharpe | October 04, 2011 at 11:52 PM
Enjoy your free time.
Thanks for the great giveaway.
Posted by: Carrie P. | October 04, 2011 at 11:46 PM
What a lovely giveaway, have been following for a while now. :)
Posted by: Heather | October 04, 2011 at 11:44 PM
Great giveaway. I have Christmas things to finish and then I get to play and I want to try this technique - so cool.
Posted by: Kris | October 04, 2011 at 11:39 PM
I would love to win this book. I just copied your instructions from MSamm's site so I could try it. Thanks! (Winning your sample - I would frame it in my sewing room)
Posted by: SewLindaAnn | October 04, 2011 at 11:37 PM
I have recently became a follower of yours and can't wait to see your projects done. Your stitch book from older posts looks like it was a fun project. Would love to add this book to my library. Thanks for the chance.
Posted by: Carol C | October 04, 2011 at 11:36 PM
You've been on my blog roll for a long time! I give you all the credit for teaching me about coloring stitcheries, and I continue to enjoy it. Please DO visit my blog, and see my recent embroidered finish!
http://flourishingpalms.blogspot.com/2011/09/embroidered-birth-wallhanging.html
Thanks for the chance to win your super giveaway!
Posted by: Linda H. | October 04, 2011 at 11:08 PM
I have been reading your blog for over a year and love your stitching and quilting projects. I have copied off your dragonfly design but have not started it yet. Its on the to do list.
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Posted by: Elaine | October 04, 2011 at 11:08 PM
I want to try colourque so long time as long as you are on my bloglist :)
Posted by: Csigi | October 04, 2011 at 09:51 PM
How generous, Helen. I just love the dragonfly stitchery. Funny, it's up next to be traced off!! THanks! ~karen
Posted by: karen | October 04, 2011 at 09:04 PM
You have such beautiful project. Wouldn't dream of leaving you. Thank for the giveaway.
Posted by: Lorri | October 04, 2011 at 08:22 PM
Yeah a give away. Since I don't ever win with a give away, It's safe for me to leave a comment here. For the record: I would love to win!
Posted by: Heleen Groot | October 04, 2011 at 06:55 PM
What a lovely giveaway Helen. Thank you! I've had you on my blog list for quite a while now. I enjoy reading your blog.
www.macdonaldspatch.blogspot.com
Posted by: Christine M | October 04, 2011 at 06:06 PM
I love that dragonfly how generous to give it away! Thanks for the chance. I follow you and you are on my blog list. Linda
Posted by: Sunnybec | October 04, 2011 at 05:50 PM
You've been on my blog list for a L O N G time! Your book sounds wonderful. Thanks for such a great giveaway.
Posted by: Val Laird | October 04, 2011 at 05:36 PM
I've always wanted to try this technique but haven't been sure how to go about it, so it would be lovely to win.
Posted by: amanda Ryan | October 04, 2011 at 05:28 PM
I'd love to win your book!
Posted by: Hannele | October 04, 2011 at 05:27 PM
Oh I just think this is the prettiest technique - I would absolutely be thrilled to win your original sample - the dragonfly is beautiful - And who wouldn't enjoy the book - The cover is gorgeous !!!
Please include me in the Giveaway ;)
Posted by: PattyC | October 04, 2011 at 04:45 PM
Love the dragonfly, great technique
Posted by: Jane | October 04, 2011 at 04:40 PM
I would love to win anything you worked on - please count me in your giveaway!!! Thanks for the opportunity!
Posted by: Gran - Knot-y Embroidery Lady | October 04, 2011 at 04:25 PM
I love dragonflys and would love to know more about the technique.
I would love to get a dragonfly tattoo
at 61 years old ? What do you think.
http://anniesoz.blogspot.com/
Posted by: Annette Schuiling | October 04, 2011 at 04:19 PM
Hi Helen...left you but it posted before I could type in my website...Paulette
Posted by: Paulette Doyle | October 04, 2011 at 03:52 PM
Hi Helen...left you a comment but it posted before I could type in my website...Paulette
Posted by: Paulette Doyle | October 04, 2011 at 03:52 PM
Of course you are on my blogroll...even have your button!! :o) Thanks for sharing all your stitching tips and love your tutorials!! Thanks for the chance to win your book!
Paulette
Posted by: Paulette Doyle | October 04, 2011 at 03:50 PM
Now that is a book I would love. I can even save postage & pick it up in a couple of weeks. You have been on my blogroll for ages. Nice giveaway - a H&K creation! Thanks Tracee xx
Posted by: Tracee | October 04, 2011 at 03:41 PM
Of course I won't leave you!!! I fell in love with your work!!!I would LOVE to win this book for 2 reasons: I am really intersted in learning this techinic-I am already searching for a brazilian version of textile -and because books like this are really expensive here,when we can find!!!
Posted by: Laura | October 04, 2011 at 02:49 PM
I'm sure I could come up with something really cute to use your dragonfly on. I'd love the book too!
Posted by: LeAnne | October 04, 2011 at 02:47 PM