Friday, December 3, 2010

DAY 3--My Turn

 Hello everyone!  Welcome to my blog!  I'm glad you're here, because today is my day to post a project for the Henry Glass Designer's Holiday Project Parade.  I'm Jill of Jillily Studio, and I love to quilt.  I have been busy designing fresh new quilts for about 15 years now.  I have been so blessed to be in this industry and be able to be creative and play with fabric almost every day!

I also have created a few notions that are really catching on.  Appli-Glue
is an archival quality basting glue, watch the video about it here.  And my newest notion, Poke-A-Dots is so new it hasn't even hit the stores yet!  But I sold a ton at Market and they will be shipping soon, so watch for these cute sticky thimbles any time now!  I will have more info about the Poke-A-Dots in the next few weeks.

I have been designing fabrics for Henry Glass for a few years now, and it is about the most fun you could ever have!  Currently I have two fabric lines: "Thistledown" (which is in stores now) and "Elizabeth's Letters" (which will be in stores in January).  I posted about them yesterday, so you can see them on my previous post.   Here's a quilt I was working on using the "Thistledown" line:

Not done yet!  Still doing applique!
A close up of "Daisy Dot" after the quilting
And here's a peek at a quilt which will be coming out in American Patchwork and Quilting in February.  I used Elizabeth's Letters to make "Blackberry Village."
On the design wall--"Blackberry Village"
 I have had several projects featured in American Patchwork and Quilting, and in their calendar.  They are wonderful to work with and the photos and patterns always turn out great.  Watch for "Blackberry Village" early next year.

You can check out all my patterns and projects on my site, (I have 4 new patterns) or at your local quilt shop, or in my book.  Stitched Together is published by Kansas City Star has 13 projects and lots of fun stories and information about quilt retreats.
My Book
Well, let's get on with it!  I have a fun project for you. 
Snowdrift Stockings
 These cute stockings have plenty of room for Santa to fill.  He may even leave you a CANDY CANE. (Important Note: That is my "special word"  which you will want to make note of so you can WIN the Grand Prize.  Remember you need to collect all 17 words to enter at the end.)
These are really easy and you can add as much detail and bling as you like.  Check out that snowy cuff!  And I happen to love snowflakes, so there you go.  You may have noticed that I used some fabrics from the Thistledown line to make these.  The red stocking is lined in green and the green one is lined in red.


I do have KITS available, so if you want one, go here.  Each kit makes 2 stockings and includes all the fabrics and ribbon, but no batting.  Cost $18.00.
The pattern for Snowdrift Stockings can be downloaded  here.

Speaking of snowflakes, we have a family tradition of cutting and hanging new snowflakes every year.  When I married my sweetheart in December, 34 years ago, (wOw--I didn't know I was THAT old!) we had the reception at my home.  We hung a snowflake every 12" of the whole ceiling. It was magical.  So every year we cut and hang paper snowflakes from the ceiling.  We haven't done it yet this year--the cutting party is this weekend, complete with the first (of many) showings of "It's A Wonderful Life", hot cocoa, cookies, and lots of people I love!  Here's a pic of some snowflakes from last year.



 Before I wrap this up, I have a gift give-away.  Sign up as a follower and make a comment on this post.  I will send one lucky winner a fat quarter bundle of Elizabeth's Letters, and someone else a copy of my book!  Now that's great.
But to make it even better, I am doing a separate drawing on my facebook page.  Come be my "friend" on Facebook, and you have another chance to win a fabric bundle with a pattern.
(You see, I just started doing the Facebook thing, and I have no friends.  So I have to bribe you.)  Both contests have until Sunday evening, 12-5-10 to enter.  Good Luck!


Now off you go-- hop over Jacqueline Steve's blog at The Noble Wife.
She is a new designer for Henry Glass Fabrics and she is so generous and sweet.  I'm glad to be getting to know her!  You will love all her designs.

Happy hopping.  Come back often and we will visit!

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Gentrie said...

I'm a follower now.....

I love, love, love those stockings the fabric they are made from makes it!

Marija said...

Oh, your stockings are PERFECT! I am just gearing up to make new stockings for a newlyweds (my son and his lovely new wife) and these will be just IT!! Thank you so much!

Bev said...

Love your fabric designs, the snowflakes are wonderful, and the stockings are really cute. Thanks for a fun pattern and for designing such fun fabric.

BillieBee (billiemick) said...

Thanks for the giveaways. I also "Like"d you on facebook.

Billi

Carrie P. said...

I just became a follower.
Sorry I don't do facebook.
I went to see your fabrics from yesterdays post, they are fabulous.
Thanks for sharing the stocking pattern. Very cute.

Sally said...

The Snowdrift Stocking is so cute! I decorate with snowflakes and often leave them up through January (after the Christmas stuff is put away) as I love the sparkle during the darkest month. Thanks for the chance!

mug said...

I would love some fabric or polka dots. Margaret

WYO Di said...

I'm partial to snowflakes, like people, as we are all unique. Now, I'm gonna jump over to FB and look u up!

Anonymous said...

I love your Christmas stocking pattern. Thanks for sharing...

Becky said...

I have signed up as a follower. I would absolutely love to win some of your fabric. Thanks for participating in this wonderful blog hop!

Sandie @ crazy'boutquilts said...

Cute stocking. I'm so glad for this blog hop, because i found you! Now I'm a new follower too. Have a happy day!

Carol said...

The snowflakes are darling and you could leave them up for months and not get tired of them. Thanks for the giveaway and great talent.

Dana Gaffney said...

I've joined to follow your blog. I love that snowflake idea, I may just use it, if I can find the time to cut them, thanks.

Karen said...

I love your fabrics and the quilts are beautiful. Our daughter hangs snowflakes from the ceiling for our grandchildren. We have three giant lit snowflakes we hang from our porch - the grandchildren love those, too (I like the real ones but we don't get a lot of snow in Georgia). I am following your blog. Thanks for the chance at the giveaway.

Jo Anne said...

What a great tradition, snowflakes. How fun for the family to do each year.

SewLindaAnn said...

I've been subscribed in Google Reader for quite awhile and love your blog. I've gone ahead and "clicked on the Follower" button now too. Great patter, this has been a really fun hop.

Julie S said...

Beautiful fabrics and beautiful projects! I love the snowflakes. We made lots when I was a kid in Minnesota. Right now I am making a table runner with applique snowflakes!

Unknown said...

Just became a follower , will head over to facebook now. What a great giveaway!!

Joan and Kevin said...

I would love to win the fabric. Thank you for the give away.

Susan said...
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SewLindaAnn said...

I just "Liked" you on Facebook. Looks like you're not so lonely anymore!

Susan said...

I will be following your blog and thanks for the chance to win some of you fabric. Love the snowflakes!!

Cindy said...

I love the stockings! Thanks for the patterns. I also love the snowflakes. I haven't cut paper snowflakes in years! I followed your blog, too.

Junelle said...

I'm a follower of your blog. I'm so excited to have found it!!!
I am a "snowflake" lover too--how fun. I would be thrilled to win one of your drawings! Thanks for the blog hop!

glader said...

your fabric designs are beautiful. Merry Christmas.

Marcia W. said...

The snowflake idea is wonderful. I follow your blog. Your fabric is awesome as is your project. I am enjoying this HG designer blog hop. Thanks for the ideas and giveaway.

jean said...

Thanks so much for the cute stocking pattern. LOVE your fabric! I just became a follower of your blog and now headed to facebook to "friend" you.

Becky said...

I love the snowflakes, what a great tradition. I also like bloghopping!

Bobette said...

What a wonderful chance to win some great prizes. Thank you! I am now a follower. bobettedavis@hotmail.com

Bobette said...

I want to be your friend on Facebook! :)

Di~ said...

Jill: I love both of your lines! Thanks for the chance to win. I've read your book! yeah! And also, guess what, I know your neice (one of them~Lisa! she is cute!)Thanks for the chance to win.

Smith Family said...

What a fun stocking. Thanks for sharing. I am now a blog follower. Thanks for a chance to win. Melissa

Diann said...

Hello! I was also married 34 years ago this month. Can you believe it has been that long? I'm already a follower of your blog.

LizA. said...

Thanks for sharing. I LOVE the little bit of Daisy Dot -- the yellow and red border fabric just makes my heart sing. Your snowflakes are beautiful. They remind me of the ones my mother used to crochet. I wish somebody had saved some of them.

kshackabq said...

Great fabrics, and love the snowflakes. I'm now a follower of your blog. Thanks for the stocking pattern! Merry Christmas!

Lisa S. said...

I'm glad to have found your blog. Your fabric is luscious!! I'm also a new follower.

Pat S. said...

Hi Jill, Thanks for the sweet stocking pattern! I signed on to follow your blog so I can check in with you often. Thanks for the chance to win your generous giveaway!

Pat S. said...

Hi Jill, Thanks for the sweet stocking pattern! I signed on to follow your blog so I can check in with you often. Thanks for the chance to win your generous giveaway!

Laine said...

I love all of your snowflakes. I may have to do that with my grandbabies when they come over.

I became a follower of your blog.

lsandes@comcast.net

SheilaC said...

Thank you for the great pattern! I love the beautiful snowflakes in your home; wOw!

SheilaC

Kaye M said...

Your Daisy Dot quilt is gorgeous, and I really appreciate seeing close-up photos so we can see the quilting. So often I struggle with how to quilt my projects so its nice to get ideas from others. Thanks for a cute stocking pattern, the snow flake is very pretty.

Mary on Lake Pulaski said...

Blackberry Village is looking just adorable (and I'm a follower)!

Kaye M said...

I just signed up to be a follower. Thanks.

Sharen said...

LOVE the Thistledown fabric line and cannot wait to find it in a LQS. Thanks so much for sharing the stocking pattern. Too cute and so much simpler than some I've seen previously. Love your creativity!
Sharen in Tampa

Patty said...

Thanks for the giveaway - your fabric line is beautiful. Happy holidays!

scottylover said...

How fun! Love the stocking pattern.

I am a follower already on your blog.
Sandy A
scotty4me3 @ yahoo. com

Unknown said...

What a special tradition to hang the snowflakes from the ceiling. I am only a year behind you in anniversaries - it will be 33 years for us in January. But I only have two children, both who are still at home with us. I love it! Thank you for the stocking pattern; they are lovely.

Lissa Jane said...

what a wondeful tradition with the snowflakes. we have a HOT summer Christmas in Australia, so definately no snow(flakes)

Michelle said...

Jacqueline,

I really enjoyed all the information you gave. I love your creativity and your line of fabric, too. Thank you so much for sharing with us. My husband and I have an annual tradition for our anniversary, too. It is so precious to read you and your husband have had the same tradition for 34 years. Congratulations on a long and happy marriage.

lisa said...

wow! how have I not seen your fabric? I love it! I love snowflakes too, at work we are having a custimers kids contest and will do coloring for the little ones and the older ones will do scissor snowflakes with COFFEE FILTERS (I work at starbucks after all!!)

NancyL said...

What a wonderful memory about the snowflakes!! Very special!! I really like your fabric--would love to win the fat quarters!! I'm a new follower and FaceBook friend-thanks for the giveaway!

Julee said...

Thanks for sharing and doing this blog hop.
Have a Merry Christmas.

VickiT said...

The snowflakes each year is a wonderful tradition. How fun. I'd love to do something like that although it's probably not possible. We have low ceilings and my husband is 6'6" tall so he'd be constantly hitting them as he walked through the house. LOL

I really love the green and red fabrics in the Thistledown fabric line. Very pretty and one I'm going to keep an eye out for when I visit the local quilt shop next week.

Thank you SO much for the adorable stocking pattern. I have promised stockings to a few family members ummmmm two years ago and for one reason or another they've not been made yet. This stocking however looks perfect. I have been searching off and on for a pattern which would give the large area such as you have on these which is open so that I can add embroidery with my machine to them. I am hopefully going to get some done for most, if not all of them this year. Crossing my fingers there since I'm recovering from hand surgery done last month which actually was two different surgeries in one.

Happy holidays to you and your family. Enjoy the snowflake making this weekend. It sounds like a good weekend to me; at least if you were near my area since we are getting snow now with 3-6 inches expected by tomorrow morning.

I have also become a follower of your blog.

Laura T said...

Love the stocking pattern! Love the fabric and can hardley wait to see Elizabeth's Letters! Thanks for the opportunity to participate in your fun give-a-way!
Laura T

Laura T said...

I'm now a follower!
Laura T

Renea said...

Thanks for the giveaway. Your fabric is gorgeous and love the idea using snowflakes.

Tiffanee Goins Noack said...

Love the snowflakes and the fabric designs...and YOUR BLOG...thanks for sharing...Would LOVE to win!!

Unknown said...

I enjoyed watching your video about the Appli-glue! Would love to win your giveaway.

Unknown said...

I became a follower!

martinmosaics said...

I love the blackberry cottage village quilt! I have a thing for quilts with houses on them. Don't know why...It's just my thing. :-)

Cory said...

Thank you for participating in this wonderful Hop. I am enjoying all of the new blogs and the new projects. Take care and God bless, Cory

Cathy H. said...

Your snowflake tradition is wonderful! I just found your blog...am now a follower and can't wait to spend more time here. I'm now headed over to Facebook! Thanks for the great giveaway!

Victoria M. said...

Your fabrics are gorgeous! Thanks for having this giveaway. I've happily signed up as a follower.

quiltmom anna said...

Hi Jilly,
What a lovely set of traditions you have - the snowflake stockings are lovely and so are the snowflakes. My husband and I will celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary this month. I do not know where the time has gone either.
Thanks for the opportunity to win such a nice prize.
The Henry glass blog parade is a grand one.
Regards from a Western Canadian quilter,
Anna
I have now become a follower.

michele said...

Thanks for the really cute pattern. Merry Christmas!

michele said...

I'm a follower now!

Lynn said...

I would love to win some of your fabric. The snowflakes on the ceiling is a really fun idea. I may need a craft project this weekend to pass some time with my 8 year old and this sounds like the perfect project!

I became a follower!

Deb said...

This is my first visit to your blog and I would love winning the fat quarter bundle! How generous! I also just signed up to become a follower. Thanks for the chance.

Colleen M said...

The pattern is so cute. Thanks for sharing. Also, you fabrics is beautiful.

Apple Avenue Quilts said...

Thank you so much for the cute project and the great giveaway! I love your designs. I have been a follower for awhile now.

Nancy Sue said...

I love the name of your stocking pattern, and what a great snowflake story!
nsue21702 at gmail dot ocm

schmidt1016 said...

I love the snow drift cuff on the stockings. They are very cute. And the fabric design is beautiful!

Leslie S. in MN
esclante at comcast dot net

schmidt1016 said...

I'm a follower of your blog.

Leslie S. in MN
esclante at comcast dot net

Amy said...

I am now a follower. I like your thistledown fabrics. The stockings are cute in these fabrics! I like American Patchwork and Quilting and look forward to seeing your projects.

Janet said...

What a great tradition - snowflakes are magical and fun! Thanks for sharing your great stocking pattern as well as your new fabric lines. We all would love to win one of your delightful fat quarter bundles or book. Happy Holidays!

SewCalGal said...

Fun blog hop. Great post. Lovely deisngs. Love your dotty fabric.

SewCalGal
www.sewcalgal.blogspot.com

Stimpson Family said...

I am a follower of your blog. I would love to win the Elizabeth's Letters fabric. I can already think of several projects they'd be perfect for!

Stimpson Family said...

I sent a request to be your friend on FaceBook.

Kathleen said...

I just love both of your fabric lines..love the quilt you are making...thank you for such a generous giveway....
Happy Anniversary!!!

Julie said...

I have your book - it's great!! I'm happy to find your blog, too. And, those snowflakes - what a magical idea. . . julie stchsluv@aol.com

Julie said...

Love your book -- happy to find your blog! I'll be visiting more often now!! And, I can hardly wait for AP&Q mag to see all of that quilt. . . Merry Christmas! julie stchsluv@aol.com

Joyce said...

A Snowdrift Stocking will be just perfect for my new grandson. Thanks for sharing. Your new fabric line looks like a stash must have! I have become a follower.

Debbie F said...

Your blog is great - I'm a follower. Would love to win some of your great fabric, so thank you for the chance at the giveaway.

Shirley in Canada said...

What a wonderful give away...thank you!
Love those stockings and the quilts are beautiful! Thank you for sharing

Yumm yumz by patticakes said...

I love love love these blog hops! I find such great talent this way! Thanks for sponsoring a prize!

Alwayskeptintap said...

I am a new friend and follower! Happy Holidays! Cathy
mvjess@yahoo.com

MoeWest said...

Thanks for the project and your great giveaway. I am a new follower.

KMSC said...

I'm new to your blog and will be looking for your pattern in AP&Q!
Thank you for the chance to win!!

suz said...

what sweet stockings and I love your snowflakes - what a lovely tradition!

Bec Clarke said...

Oh I love that stocking pattern thank you so much.
I only just started facebooking also so I will go and visit you.

Jeane said...

I am a follower and I would love to win this new line. Thanks, Jeane

stichnRN said...

love that quilt with the appliqued poinsettias on it. will the pattern be out??????
following your blog and liking you onfacebook.

Cathie in UT said...

Great post Jill and congrats on all the success.
I love your snowflake tradition and it makes things so very special for your family.
Loving both of your news lines of fabric and can't wait to see what you have next!

4dreamsr said...

Just started following. The snowflakes are beautiful & a lovely family tradition. Love your fabric lines.

the girlfriend gap said...

I am already a follower. Love what you create. Wishing you a Merry Christmas. May your home be filled with love and joy everyday during this wonderful time of year. The stockings are so cute! Thank you

the girlfriend gap said...

you are unfindable to me on facebook :( otherwise I would friend you :)

Susan said...

I love your fabrics! I'm just now finding your blog, so I became a follower. Thanks for the chance to enter your giveaway!

MJ said...

Love the Snowflakes! Very very nice... Thanks for the chance to WIN!!! Woooohhoooo...

MJ said...

oh... and I am now a follower of your blog! Thank you

Kim G said...

Very cute snowflakes! I am new to your blog, but will be coming back!

Kim G said...

I became a follower, am under bkgseven. Love your stockings!

Paula Ganyard said...

Great snowflakes, but I really like the cuffs on the stockings. Thanks for sharing your great ideas.

Joyce said...

Would love to win some of your wonderful fabric. Thanks for the chance!

Mary said...

What a neat story about the snowflakes at your wedding! Your fabric is beautiful - thanks for a chance to win!

Marianne said...

I love the snowflakes idea! Your fabric is beautiful and the free project?! Just great! Thanks! I don't do FB, yet!

Wendy said...

I love your blog. It was so fun to stop by and meet you. Yes, I am a new follower too.

Laurie said...

love the stockings and the fabric! Will be keeping my fingers crossed :)

daisydeb said...

LOve those snowflakes. Thanks for the pattern...am going to follow your blog, too. Interesting.

Needled Mom said...

Those snowflakes are gorgeous. I'll have to try some.

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