Posie Pincushion Giveaway!
Whew! I was hoping to get this post done this morning. I've been overtaken by Monday madness! My family usually spends summer weekends with extended family at my childhood home on the shores of a refreshing lake. That means Monday is a recovery day---laundry, home-and-garden TLC, and grocery shopping. When you add that to toting my girls to summer band, a ballet workshop, and a few friend stops here and there, you have the recipe for a Calgon moment. Some of you are probably too young to remember the Calgon ads. I was a child when they were big. I'm sure some of you will remember, though. "Calgon, take me away!!"
Enough prattle! I'm giddy for a giveaway.
I doodle-stitched some posies and turned them into a pincushion using Heather Bailey's pattern that I also used here. The last pin cushion I selfishly kept for myself. This one's for you. I hope you like it.
Here's how the giveaway will work...
Leave a comment.
Next Monday, I will print the comments, cut them apart, put them in a hat, and have one of my lovely assistants (a.k.a. daughters) draw one out.
Not real original, I know. But here is the kicker. Tell a friend about my giveaway (if you think it's worthy??). Have them mention you in their comment. If you are credited in the winning comment, I will have something fun for you, too. Perhaps it will be a set of applique dishtowels like this one? Or, maybe I will have another pincushion ready to go. Who knows?
Happy Summer,
Cassie
Sounds like your summer is super busy Cassie! Love your new pincushion - the sweet embroidered flowers just finish it off!
Posted by: Lisa | June 23, 2008 at 11:15 PM
adorable pin cushion! the stitchery on it just is too cute!
Thanks for the opportunity to own this I would love it!
Kathie
Posted by: kathie | June 23, 2008 at 11:30 PM
I love the pin cushion - it's great! I'm very into spotty fabrics at the moment too.
Posted by: Gemma | June 24, 2008 at 02:49 AM
Yeah! Love giveaways and the pincusion is simply adorable!
Posted by: Nichole | June 24, 2008 at 04:34 AM
It is a sweet pin cushion! I love embroidery and polka dots.
Posted by: Julianna | June 24, 2008 at 04:40 AM
what a cutie!! i love the colors, so happy and summery.
Posted by: donna | June 24, 2008 at 06:10 AM
Pretty!
Posted by: jenny | June 24, 2008 at 06:33 AM
That's too cute!! I love the polka dots!!! :)
Posted by: Amy Ragland | June 24, 2008 at 06:58 AM
very cute pincushion, you did a great job!
Posted by: Michele P. | June 24, 2008 at 07:40 AM
Oooohhhh -- she's SO cute! I love the combo of embroidery and pincushion!!! And really, you should pick me -- it matches my blog background LOL!
Posted by: Thimbleanna | June 24, 2008 at 08:33 AM
Very cute! Please enter me in the giveaway. Thank you!
Posted by: Karin | June 24, 2008 at 08:35 AM
Great pincushion! Thank you for the giveaway!
Karin sent me :)
Posted by: Kam A | June 24, 2008 at 08:40 AM
This is a beautiful pincushion and you are very generous giving it away. It's the first time I participate in a giveaway so here's hoping for beginners luck.
Thanks again
:-) Ana
Posted by: Ana | June 24, 2008 at 09:12 AM
What a beautiful pin cushion. I really love the doodle stitching. Fun fabric too. I would love to find that pattern for pincushions just in case I am not fortunate enough to win this fantastic one.
Posted by: Liz | June 24, 2008 at 09:44 AM
Karin sent me... this is a really nice pin cushion, thanks for having a giveaway.
Posted by: John B | June 24, 2008 at 09:48 AM
oh it's sooo pretty! I'd love to win! And Karin sent me too :)
Posted by: Kari Follett | June 24, 2008 at 11:54 AM
I like it! I need it! Karin sent me over.
Posted by: Karen R | June 24, 2008 at 01:24 PM
i have loved pincushions since shirley temple got one from the little chamber maid that said "many 'appy returns"!this one is super cute!
Posted by: Mary Jenkins | June 24, 2008 at 05:03 PM
What an adorable pincushion! I love the embroidery on it. When I tried to make this a few weeks ago, I accidentally printed out the pattern too small (not to scale) and totally messed it up. I'm too embarrassed to share the details, but you can imagine...Love it!
Posted by: Marie | June 24, 2008 at 05:41 PM
I love giveaways! Although, I would probably faint dead away if I won! I will tell all my friends to comment. Love the embroidery. I think I will have to take some simple embroidery up to the mountains for our girls weekend. I'm in charge of bringing the craft!
Posted by: Pam | June 24, 2008 at 06:23 PM
Hi Cassie,
Great pincushion. I could really use a new one!
Posted by: Denise Boyle | June 24, 2008 at 07:25 PM
Oh what a little cutie. Anna sent me over. I'll post about it tomorrow. Love the photo's of your trip to Yellowstone, just amazing.
Posted by: Linda | June 24, 2008 at 10:03 PM
What a cute pincushion!
Karin sent me.
Posted by: Linda2000 | June 24, 2008 at 10:38 PM
Karin sent me the link to see your pincushion and I'm glad she did. You did a great job on it. Very cute!
Posted by: Kat Bryan | June 24, 2008 at 10:59 PM
Thimbleanna sent me over to see your pincushion. Love it!!
Posted by: Cathi in Ireland | June 24, 2008 at 11:05 PM
Great pincushion!
Posted by: Vanessa | June 24, 2008 at 11:31 PM
Thimbleanna sent me here... I love this pincushion, very very cute!!!!
Posted by: Lissa | June 25, 2008 at 01:45 AM
that pincushion is very pretty...I am a pincushion collector is seems. CHeck out my blog and you'll see....
I am glad I found your blog through Thimbleanna. I am thinking of making some potholders myself...2 pieces of cool fabric and away I go.
Posted by: Vickie E | June 25, 2008 at 02:59 AM
I have a special place in my heart for pincushions and this one is so cute it would fit right in! I read about your giveaway on Vanessa's blog!
Posted by: Brenda Mercado | June 25, 2008 at 03:37 AM
That pincushion is so darling - hope I am lucky!!
Posted by: Anne | June 25, 2008 at 05:52 AM
Beautiful work! Really makes me want to pick up a needle and pretty thread and try a bit of decorative stitches.
Well done!
Posted by: Rowan | June 25, 2008 at 06:04 AM
The pincushion is adorable! I came by thimblanna's link too!
Posted by: randi | June 25, 2008 at 06:29 AM
I love it!
Posted by: Missy | June 25, 2008 at 06:35 AM
I want that pincushion!!!! It is perfect for me : )
Oh, and I totally remember the Calgon, take me away commercials LOL I was a kid at the time too. I say this ALL the time. My kids look at me like I have lost my mind LOLOL
Hey, check out my blog, I gave you an award : D
Posted by: Tonya Richard | June 25, 2008 at 06:48 AM
thimbleanna sent me over...I love the pincushion!
Posted by: amandajean | June 25, 2008 at 07:02 AM
That is so pretty, I love your embroidery!
Posted by: Karen | June 25, 2008 at 08:10 AM
Thimbleanna sent me your way and am I ever glad. I am a first-timer on your blog and I LOVE it. You are so creative. I'll be back even if you don't draw out my name for the adorable pincushion!
Posted by: Donna | June 25, 2008 at 08:33 AM
Super cute! I will definitely tell some friends too. :)
Posted by: Angie | June 25, 2008 at 09:01 AM
Love the embroidery!! Would look great with my collection of handmade pincushions!
Pick me! : )
Paula
Posted by: Paula | June 25, 2008 at 09:24 AM
Very cute! I got here via Thimbleanna's blog...
Posted by: Doris | June 25, 2008 at 09:43 AM
Thimbleanna also sent me over and I'm thrilled she did. Love the blog and the pincushion!
Posted by: Melissa Sitton | June 25, 2008 at 10:28 AM
Oh SEWWWWWWW cute!!!! Wishing and a Hoping (G)!!!! Annie from San Diego
Posted by: annie | June 25, 2008 at 11:08 AM
Very cute pincushion. I'd love to win it.
Posted by: Amy | June 25, 2008 at 11:19 AM
It is so cute, you did a great job
Posted by: Jamie | June 25, 2008 at 12:36 PM
Nice Pincushion I like the stitchung on it very pretty,
Hugs Mary.
Posted by: Mary Wood | June 25, 2008 at 02:10 PM
cute little pincushion, well done. Pls pop me in the draw. Nat.
Posted by: Natalie | June 25, 2008 at 02:39 PM
would love to win your pincushion....and slow down....! I was giddy reading about your weekend! LOL
Posted by: Lorraine | June 25, 2008 at 02:53 PM
Love the pincushion. Thimbleanna sent me to see it. Count me in!
Posted by: Dawn | June 25, 2008 at 03:07 PM
Very cute...I was just looking at that pattern on allaboutquilting.com thinking "I can totally do that!!" Then I come here and find you're giving one away. How funny. The stitching is beautiful too; I'll have to keep that in mind.
: )april
Posted by: April Jaehn | June 25, 2008 at 03:30 PM
I love pincushions!!! This one is adorable! My friend Dawn sent me--
Love your blog!
Posted by: Sherri M | June 25, 2008 at 04:53 PM
How pretty! Please enter me! I'm still using the old tomatoe pincushion from the 70s! Thanks.
Posted by: Lisa C | June 25, 2008 at 05:17 PM
Adorable, especially with your touch of embroidery. Don't we all have Calgon moments (and days)!?
Angie sent me.
Posted by: annette | June 25, 2008 at 05:28 PM
Please include me in the pin cushion give away. It is so pretty!
Posted by: Teresa | June 25, 2008 at 05:57 PM
Love iT!!!!
Posted by: Pat | June 25, 2008 at 06:00 PM
What an adorable pin cushion! Thanks for having a drawing!
Mary Jane
Posted by: Mary Jane Smith | June 25, 2008 at 06:33 PM
Love the pincushion...would look great in my sewing room !!!
Posted by: Viv | June 25, 2008 at 06:36 PM
Beautiful pincushion and lovely post. Angie told me about it...thanks Angie
Posted by: magikquilter | June 25, 2008 at 09:08 PM
Beautiful pincushion and lovely post. Angie told me about it...thanks Angie
Posted by: magikquilter | June 25, 2008 at 09:10 PM
Just too cute, love the way you've subtly added the stitching, beautiful.
Posted by: Karen C | June 25, 2008 at 09:27 PM
I love the pincushion, especially with the stitching. Love your blog too. Look forward to reading it each day. Thanks
Posted by: beckyhomecky | June 25, 2008 at 09:55 PM
Nice looking pin cushion. I don't have one and i would like to have it for when I get in one of my crazy sewing moods which happens pretty often!
Posted by: rachel | June 25, 2008 at 10:19 PM
Hi! Love the pin cushion! Vicky E of Mid Ohio Knitter sent me! I'd love to be in consideration. Thanks for the fun chance.
Posted by: Lynne in Hawaii | June 25, 2008 at 10:53 PM
What an adorable pincushion, love the posy embroidery.
Posted by: Ruth | June 26, 2008 at 01:10 AM
Looks sweet and summery !
Posted by: Carey - Blueberrylane Designs | June 26, 2008 at 04:50 AM
Hi Cassie,
How fantastic to stop by for a visit and find you having a give away! Your pincushion is so pretty. You have such a lovely style when it comes to your embroidery. Hope you have fun with your give away. Lots of comments! Jen
Posted by: frazzy dazzles | June 26, 2008 at 04:52 AM
Oh Golly! How sweet! My fingers are crossed over here!
Posted by: Sunny | June 26, 2008 at 05:42 AM
love it! Super sweet and in some of my favorite colors!
Posted by: Heather from MoreyGirl | June 26, 2008 at 06:32 AM
Adorable! Found your blog and giveaway through Angie over at angiesangels. Your work is beautiful--and love your site! Blessings!
Posted by: Octamom | June 26, 2008 at 06:53 AM
How lovely!
It's so nice of you to offer such a sweet give-away!
Crossing fingers!!!
Jo-Anne
Posted by: jo-anne | June 26, 2008 at 08:11 AM
Hi Cassie -- I love your blog and the pincushion is super cute. I need to get more into doodle stitching myself :)
Posted by: Lisa | June 26, 2008 at 08:52 AM
How cute! What a fresh idea. Angie from angiesangels.wordpress.com shared your give-away with me. I hope she wins. :)
Posted by: Judy | June 26, 2008 at 09:27 AM
Darling pincushion! I got this link from Vanessa
Posted by: Carin | June 26, 2008 at 10:53 AM
Okay I forgot to mention that Thimbleanna sent me to your blog. I also posted a link on my blog as well. Anyhow, I am a doofus and forgot to give her credit.
Posted by: Sunny | June 26, 2008 at 01:47 PM
Always love those doodles! :-) Beautiful!
Posted by: Pam | June 26, 2008 at 02:46 PM
So, so cute. Love the pincushion. I found my way here via Mid-Ohio Knitter.
Posted by: Janice | June 26, 2008 at 04:07 PM
Hi Anna from Thimbleanna sent me. What an adorable pincushion.
Posted by: Judy | June 26, 2008 at 04:33 PM
Great giveaway....fabulous work.
Love your blog.
Anna sent me!!
Posted by: Dianne | June 26, 2008 at 05:56 PM
thimbleanna sent me on over for your DARLING pincushion giveaway.
i never win these things, but perhaps SHE will!! :)
Posted by: brigette | June 26, 2008 at 06:19 PM
Thimbleanna sent me your way. What a darling pincushion! I don't have any pin cushions so I hope you draw my name. I'm behind the times as I use my faithful "red strawberry" which I probably have had more years than I want to admit.
Patsy
Posted by: Patsy | June 26, 2008 at 06:58 PM
Ooo...what an adorable pincushion!! :)
Posted by: bunny | June 26, 2008 at 11:38 PM
What a sweet pincushion! Please enter me in your drawing and it's so nice to find your blog. Read about you on Thimbleanna!
Posted by: Cheryl | June 27, 2008 at 01:38 AM
Hey there---quite adorable indeed! LOVE LOVE LOVE the sweet little embroidery. By the way---Sunny sent me this way.
Posted by: Annie | June 27, 2008 at 08:42 AM
Hey there---quite adorable indeed! LOVE LOVE LOVE the sweet little embroidery. By the way---Sunny sent me this way.
Posted by: Annie | June 27, 2008 at 08:42 AM
Orange and aqua and flowers? I'm in. That's just too cute.
Posted by: heather | June 27, 2008 at 08:59 AM
the red nine sent me. i love it!
Posted by: Destiny | June 27, 2008 at 11:47 AM
I'm here from Thimbleanna, too :-)
Posted by: Laurie | June 27, 2008 at 01:58 PM
I love this pincushion -so sweet!
Posted by: Elaine | June 27, 2008 at 08:59 PM
Love the colors of the pin cushion and the flower details.
BTW I love the trampoline shot too!
Posted by: Amy | June 27, 2008 at 10:08 PM
Love the colors of the pin cushion and the flower details.
BTW I love the trampoline shot too!
Posted by: Amy | June 27, 2008 at 10:09 PM
Thimbleanna sent me over! Love your blog, so much wonderful bags and great photos. I’m a first time visitor and love to discover new blogs that inspire!
Your embroidered pin-cushions are lovely!
Posted by: nicolette | June 27, 2008 at 11:59 PM
Isn't summer wonderful. That pincushion is so sweet and I could certainly put it to good use. Thanks for your generosity.
Posted by: Sue Cahill | June 28, 2008 at 03:52 AM
Your pincushion is adorable. Thimbleanna sent me. This is my first visit to your lovely blog. I will definitely be back.
Christine
Posted by: Christine | June 28, 2008 at 04:32 AM
Too cute!! And all my favorites - the color, embroidery and polka dots. I love it!
Posted by: Missy | June 28, 2008 at 02:26 PM
What a sweet pin cushion, all happy & it looks like a bit of a summer day.
Posted by: Christa | June 28, 2008 at 08:07 PM
Thimbleanna sent me over and she was right, your pincushion is adorable! Have a great summer! Cheers.
Posted by: Jeannie | June 29, 2008 at 01:36 PM
Gorgeous pin cushion! I just love it! Great job!
Posted by: Diana | June 29, 2008 at 05:12 PM
Oh boy! I'm number 97 (I kind of wanted to be 100 but this is okay)! Your pincushions are amazing.
Posted by: Jona | June 29, 2008 at 06:39 PM
This beats putting the pins in my mouth.
Karin sent me
Posted by: Michelle Rosborough | June 29, 2008 at 06:44 PM
That is so adorable! I am amazed at your creativity.
Posted by: cassidy | June 30, 2008 at 09:20 AM
The pincushion is so cute. I hope ThimbleAnna does win it because it does match her blog. OK, I would love it too! Even though it doesn't match my blog, it would look great in my small pin cushion collections. :) Thanks for sharing! Kim
Posted by: kim | June 30, 2008 at 10:40 AM