Friday, January 25, 2013

4th Blogging Anniversary Giveaway

The giveaway is now closed.  Thanks to all who participated!


On January 29th, 2009, I started my blogging journey.  Where has the time gone? 

So much has happened in our lives over the past four years.  Upon reflection, the good things have far out-weighed the bad and for that, Mr. Painted Quilt and I are indeed thankful.

Who needs to write a book when you have a blog?  From time to time I like to scroll back over some of my older posts and do a little reminiscing.  When doing so I have found myself experiencing a gamut of emotions from from huge smiles to sappy tears but that's just me being me...sappy wus that I am!  *wink*

What I am most grateful for is ALL OF YOU!  Without your kind words of encouragement, shoulders to lean on and unending support, my life wouldn't be as full as it is today.  I have made some very close friends from all over the world and to all of you special people, a GIANT hug.

Having said that, and as a small token of my appreciation, I'd like to offer these small gifts to one of you.

A needlecase that I designed and made, filled with little treasures.


  
Inside, you'll find some of my favorite Jeana Kimball's embroidery/redwork needles...






as well as a pair of cute embroidery scissors and a magnetic needle minder.



Here's the inside...everything you'll need for a little stitching.



To participate in my giveaway, just leave me a comment at the end of this post.  It doesn't weigh a whole lot so to those of you who live outside of Canada or the US, please join in as well because I will definitely ship internationally.

Remember, if your email address does not appear on your profile that means your settings are set to "no reply" and I won't be able to contact you.  As a result, your name will not be included in the draw which will take place on January 29th.



In closing, I'll leave you with this picture of Ollie and Frankie in their favorite place by the fire in the kitchen.  We've sure needed that extra heat these past few days because it's been unseasonably cold, snowy and windy.  Brrrrr.


Aahhhhh...warmth!
Ollie was neutered yesterday and although he was very groggy and unsteady on his feet when we brought him home, he was back to his normal self this morning after a good nights' sleep and is doing fine.


 

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Sandy said...

Oh what a great giveaway. Please enter my name in the drawing. I love your two little "heater huggers". They seem to be best friends. sandymcconnell30@yahoo.com

Kathy said...

Congratulations on your anniversary! That's an awesome give-away. Those little friends of yours by the heater are precious!

kearley75860@yahoo.com

Kate said...

Congratulations Kaaren on your 4th blogging anniversary! Always enjoy the pix of Ollie and Frankie. :)

Gill said...

Congratulations on 4 years!
Thank you for a lovely giveaway!

Maryjo said...

Congratulations Kaaren on your 4th anniversary! You have no idea how many lives you have inspired...not only with your quilting but with your personal journey. If I were closer I would give you a huge hug! I so hope I get something of yours someday. In quilting friendship, love from Iowa.

jackiescrafts said...

What a gorgeous gift you are giving away to celebrate your blogaversary thank you for a chance to win and congratulations on getting to 4 years

Jackie x

Terry said...

Congratulations Kaaren! I actually remember when you started blogging, because it was just a few months after I did! Thanks for the chance to win the lovely needlecase and all the goodies! :0)

B J Elder said...

Happy Anniversary and thank you for letting us get to know you and to enjoy your beautiful work and home and life. I know I've been greatly blessed by you!

Anne-Marie said...

Happy Blogaversary, sweetie! That's a delightful little case with such pretty goodies inside. I do hope the little fella doesn't miss his "bits" too much, lol.
k_lewis5@sky.com

Vroomans' Quilts said...

Congratulations on your 4 years and such a lovely give away. My furries grab the bed with flannel sheets and snuggle blankets - before I even get all the way out!

kathyinozarks said...

what a beautiful giveaway-thank you for the chance to win. and big congrats on your blog anniversary. I love my blog friends too-
oh I am part of a grow your blog party being held by 2 bags full-please stop by that post of mine for the party and leave a comment by me too-for my giveaway.
I enjoy reading your blog hugs Kathy

Béa said...

Congratulations Kaaren ! 4 very beautiful years with you, thanks for the lovely giveway.

Kim West said...

Happy Blogaversary! Congrats on 4 years of b logging! The needle case is very cute!

Janet O. said...

What a sweet handmade giveaway gift. You are always so gracious and real. I haven't been following you as long as many others, but I have enjoyed the part of your journey I have shared.

Anonymous said...

Hi Kaaren,

Congratulation on four years.
Always look forward to your blog.
your have given us much happiness.

Dianne

WoolenSails said...

Happy Blogaversary!
That is a really nice case and great for travel too.

Poor Ollie, but it doesn't seem to phase him too much.

Debbie

DebrafromMD said...

Congratulations on you upcoming anniversary! It is always a treat to read your blog, so I hope you will continue sharing your stories with us for a long time.

Mary on Lake Pulaski said...

Wow - four years Kaaren! Glad you are enjoying writing this "book".

Marj said...

Congratulations on your Blogging Anniversary! Love the needle case full of helpful things to put in a basket of togo stitchery. Thanks for the chance to win it.
Love also seeing your pets, they look like they have become good buddies.

Carol said...

The needlecase is adorable! Not unlike all the other wonderful things you create! I enjoy your blog so much and love all the beautiful photos you include of the scenes around your home. So different from where I live.

tpott said...

4 years is such a fantastic accomplishment! I haven't even been reading blogs for that long, yea I'm always late to the party. I'm so glad that your goods out-weigh your bads. Prayers do help, I pray your next year is your best. Thanks for always including a photo of Ollie and Frankie it's great that they've adjusted and are friends. Glad to hear Ollie's feeling better. Keep warm, it's been extremely cold here on Long Island (New York) also. ;->

Shuttle, Hook and Needle said...

Congrats on your anniversary! I don't always make comments but I read your blog and enjoy! I love your two heat seekers lying side by side!
Please enter me in the drawing.
Louise

Michele T said...

Wow! Congrats on your 4 years!! Thanks for celebrating with such a sweet giveaway!!

Sue said...

would love to have something made by you Kaaren... and I love that Ollie and Frankie like to cuddle in front of the fire.

sue
suemceachern@bellaliant.net

moosecraft said...

Happy 4 year blogiversary! I don't know which is sweeter.... your giveaway... or the pic of Ollie and Frankie by the fire? ;-) Wishing you many more happy years!

onlymehere said...

What a lovely give-away. I can't believe it's been four years. I must have found your blog quite soon after I started my own. It's been very cold here lately too with way too many inversions to trap the cold in. Here's to sunshine and warm weather for both of us!

kmcallister said...

I would love to win, and just know that we have enjoyed reading & keeping up with your lives in the past 4 years too! You have helped us out too.

Joyce Carter said...

Congratulations, Kaaren, on your 4th year of bloging. It has been a pleasure reading your blog and seeing all the things you make. And I look forward to it for many, many more years to come. Thank you so much for giving away this beautiful gift. It would be an awesome prize to win.

Anonymous said...

CONGRATS!
SUCH A SWEET GIVEAWAY!
BLESSINGS,LINDA

msstitcher1948@yahoo.com

Denise said...

You are so generous with your giveaway items. They are beautiful. Please include me in your drawing. Love the photos of the pets, I am sure they will keep you warm as well as the heater.
denisep228@sbcglobal.net

Janet said...

Happy anniversary! And thanks for sharing so much of your talents and your world!

Lynn said...

What a lovely giveaway, and happy anniversary. I really look forward to the Ollie/Frankie pictures at the end of your posts. They could in a childrens book, The Adventures of Ollie and Frankie, that's how cute they are!

ria vogelzang said...

First: it is great to hear that Ollie is doing allright after his surgery.... !! Hope he will recover entirely in the coming days!
And Januari 29th is a special day to me as well; our eldest son is born on that day....
So I sure would love a change at your Giveaway!!
Such a lovely needlecase with great little treasures!!! ;))
Love, Ria.
ria.vogelzang@gmail.com

Lisa Lisa said...

Four years? Congratulations! I always enjoy reading your posts, and have been inspired by you. Oh, and I love seeing your pets! :)

Lisa Lisa said...

Four years? Congratulations! I always enjoy reading your posts, and have been inspired by you. Oh, and I love seeing your pets! :)

Sara said...

Congratulations on 4 years of blogging. I have been following you a good share of that time. I'm guilty of being a silent follower most of time, but do so enjoy your blog. Looking forward to many more years of reading your posts.

kathy said...

Congratulations! I love your blog and the wonderful pictures of your furkids.

Kim Q said...

Congratulations on your anniversary! I enjoy following your blog. May you have many more anniversaries to come. ;-)

Mary said...

Oh my, what a sweet giveaway. Congratulations. You have a wonderful blog.

Phyllis said...

Lovely and sweet needlecase. Enjoy your blog and thanks for the giveaway!
gailxs@hotmail.com

tubilinha tiacarminha said...

Congratulações!Sou seguidora do Brasil,obrigada por abrir internacional.Não sei como viveria com tanta neve...Hoje está muito frio aqui,em torno de 7 graus +,mas neve nunca.Obrigada pela chance. tiacarminhapezzuto@gmail.com

Pat said...

Glad that you have been here. I have been with you on the ups and downs and that the end has been an up.

Connie said...

Congratulation!! I really enjoy your blog, love seeing you beautiful home and the sewing you do.Ejoy your pets Ollie and Frankie!!

Ruth K said...

I'm happy that the good has won over the bad, happy to have you still with us enjoying every thing that you have give us for the past few years. Poor Ollie! the things that we do for the good of our "children". By the way:!Congratulations!

Annette said...

I'm so glad you joined the blogging world. I love your blog! And I love Frankie and Ollie too.

Janet-Olde Crow Primitives said...

Hi Kaaren. Happy Blogging Anniversary!
I would love to be entered in your give away. I love it and the colors are just wonderful.
Thanks for the opportunity to enter.
Wishing you all the best.
Janet

Saskia Smit said...

Wow this is not a give away. This is a real treasure!
And 4 years already? Time flies...

gracie said...

Bogging friends are the best! Please drop my name into the draw...glad to have met you. You are an inspiration.

Laura said...

Kaaren - I just love your reading your blog. Congrats on your anniversary! Love your two little furry friends and how well they get along. Thanks for a chance in the giveaway. Laura

Pat said...

Congrats Kaaren. Wow! Four years is indeed hard to believe. Thanks so much for sharing all that you have with us. Hugs.

Katie said...

Congratulations for 4 years! I haven't been following the whole time, but I do enjoy what you post! Ollie is a sweetheart. :-)

Heartsdesire said...

Always enjoy the photos of Ollie and Frankie in front of the stove, it makes me feel so warm and cozy. My cat, Callie, loves to lay on the floor in my sewing room because the heat duct is underneath and makes the floor very warm.
What a lovely giveaway you are sharing, and congrats on your four-year anniversary. I'm so glad I came across your blog, I've enjoyed every posting. Love seeing your quilts as we seem to have the same taste in fabric (Civil War repros).

Jubama said...

thank you for a chance to win !!!

Sue said...

Happy 4th anniversary ! I just love your fur babies by the fire keeping warm So cute !

hope said...

Kaaren - I have been a follower of your blog for about two years and although I don't comment a lot, I have laughed, cried and throughly enjoyed your work. (Am closing in on the 2nd Raggedy Quilt finish). Congratulations on your 4th year anniversary. Hope

Bev said...

Congratulations on 4 years of blogging! I think of it as kind of a diary too! Especially of what sewing projects I've done. Love your photos of the babies...they are always together. Glad Frankie is doing okay. Congrats again!

Cheery wave from
Bev

Lindah said...

Congratulations on your 4th anniversary! (And congrats to me because I've enjoyed reading your blog for those 4 years.) Other commenters have called your give- away a 'treasure.' I wholeheartedly concur. Thank you for making this treasure from your hand available to a very lucky person.

sophie said...

I'm wishing Ollie a speedy recovery. Isn't it amazing how our animals manage to find the best spots to stay cozy in winter?

Congratulations on 4 years of blogging. I enjoy your blog so much. The needle case is charming; I'd love to try those needles, too. Thanks for the opportunity to win.

Kathy MacKie said...

Count me in and Congrat's on your anniversary!

KaHolly said...

Kaaren, congratulations on your blogaversary!! How sweet to have a give-away to commerate the event. Glad to see Ollie and Frankie snuggled by the fire. That's just where I'd be if I was home. When I stay the winter, I get a lot of writing and reading accomplished!! ~karen

Anonymous said...

First congratulations for 4 years of blogging. You're enjoying us all with your stories.
I'm a blogger since 2010, like it very much to do.
Thanks for the lovely giveaway.
Hereby my emailadres: klazienscheepstra@gmail.com
Good luck !

Osage Bluff Quilter said...

Happy 4th Anniversary. Time flies when we have fun, doesn't it!?!?!?

barcord said...

kaaren. You are a faithful blogger no matter what is going on in your life. Love to hear about Ollie and Frankie. Thank you for sharing your lovely quilts with us all.
Blessings, Bx
Great giveaway :)

PatC - All is Bright said...

What a wonderful give away! Please enter me. I love seeing pictures of your pup and kitten. They are both adorable.

Thanks,
Pat

Anonymous said...

congratulations on your blogging anniversary

Deb said...

I love to read about your adventures down east and the pictures of your furbabies, plus your chicks
Stay warm by the fire enjoy the toasty crackles and really looking forward to your next 40 years of blogging.
Happy Blogaversary!!
manicquilter at yahoo dot ca
I am set at no reply for some reason and cannot fix it I have tried everything.

Gayle said...

I agree with you about how fulfilling it is to write a blog and connect with people all over the country (and the world) who share the same interests and passions. It's GREAT! You've made a darling little needlecase for your giveaway! Thanks for the chance to win it!

Heather said...

What a delightful giveaway, thanks so much for the chance but mostly thanks for sharing your life with us. Good luck on the continued journey.

Quiltpassion.blogspot.com said...

Congratulations on your 4th bloggaversary! What a great giveaway, I love it!
please count me in.

City Krafters said...

Hi Kaaren,
Lovely needle case.
Great giveaway .

antique quilter said...

congrats on your blog anny! can' you believe its been 4 years? wow!
Ollie and Frankie look adorable in this picture, glad Ollie is back to himself...

Sewfine Quilts said...

Congratulations Kaaren on your 4th anniversary. I love your freebies and I have completed all of the raggedy ann and andy blocks - still need to sew them into the quilt.
Take care
Linda
sewfineca@gmail.com

Marie said...

What a wonderful give-away,I would love to have that! You have been a real inspiration in my life and thanks for being there!. I look forward to your post always!Hugs, Marie

Hazel said...

Congratulations on 4 years ,I just love reading your blog .The needle case is darling .

Ginette said...

Happy Anniversary!! I am so thankful that my mom introduced me to you and your blog! I am always looking forward to your next post and seeing what you are working on. Thanks for the opportunity!

carol said...

--hard to believe it has been four years. Always enjoy reading your blog, Ollie and Frankie, and the Mr., seeing all the creative, beautiful projects. -- And just love your home decorating -continued good health for 2013.

Grandma M said...

Congratulations on your anniversary. I love reading your blog. Thanks for the great giveaway.

Kindred Quilts said...

Congrats on 4 years of blogging! Thanks for the great give away... stay warm!

carleenphoenix said...

Enjoy your blog so much and have followed it for sometime now. Thanks for this very sweet give away to celebrate your 4th anniversary of blogging!!! Congratulations and continued good health. Carleen
carleenphoenix@hotmail.com

Jane S. said...

Congratulations on 4 years of blogging! The giveaway is wonderful, thank you very much for doing that. :)

Your boys never fail to bring a smile to my face. Frankie will take good care of Ollie until he's truly 100% again.

sunny said...

Congrats on 4 years! It's been 3 for me at the end of this month, and I can't believe how the time has flown. Like you, I've made many friends, and gained tons of inspiration!!

Betty said...

Congrats on your blogging anniversary. Your giveaway is so lovely, everything one would need to do the great designs you have shared with us. I did your Raggedy and friends and now working on your last redwork design. Hope you and your furry friends stay warm. Hugs

Carol said...

Congrats on 4 years of blogging. I love reading your blog and seeing your countryside. We've been there twice on our way to PEI. We love the area. Thanks for the give away.

maria jose said...

Felicidades Kaaren por tu 4º cumpleblog.
Gracias por darme la oportunidad de participar en tu sorteo.
paniayu@gmail.com
Kisses from Spain Mª José

marie said...

Happy Anniversary on your 4 years of blogging. Your blog is always interesting and I have enjoyed reading it for the last 2 years. Thanks for a chance to win one of your creations as they are always beautiful.

annie said...

Congratulations on your anniversary! You have come so far in your journey, your healing, your stitching, and with your little friends! I would curl up in front of the heat too, it sure has been cold! Yes, count me in please! I hope you have a wonderful weekend!

Loveday's Day said...

Congratulations! I LOVE, Love, love your blog. Hug Ollie and Frankie for me

Country Prims said...

Congratulations Kaaren! Love reading your blog and seeing all your inspiration, keep it coming:)
I would so love to win your designed stitching kit-it would get great use here.
Thanks for the fun,
Shazy

Kathryn said...

Congratulations on your blogiversary. You've touched so many of us with your stories. Do Ollie and Frankie really like each other that much or do they just like the warmth of your stove? Best wishes always, Kathie L in Allentown

martha said...

I have always enjoyed your blog and your FFF! Thank you for blogging and enriching our lives too!

sharon said...

Karen What a great giveaway. I follow your blog. And recently I am having a cabinet built like yours for my quilts I will send you a pic when done. Congrats and please enter me in your giveaway, I would be so honored. Sharon
Shomestead@aol.com

pippirose said...

Congratulations on your 4-year blogaversary!
Your pets are darling.
Thanks for the wonderful giveaway!
:o)
Rose
pippirose59 at gmail dot com

Angie said...

Congratulations, Kaaren! :) I love that Ollie and Frankie all snuggled and comfy in front of the stove. :D They just grab me by the heart and make me grin.

Potpourri said...

Congratulations on your fourth anniversary.
No doubt the squalls from the Funny Fundy Flow are piling snow in your yard.
It is indeed Brrr weather and Ollie and Frankie have gotten comfort down pat.
The giveaway is wonderful.

Sydney said...

I am not a blogger but I do love yove your blog and this giveaway!!
How wonderful it would be to have such a sweet needlekeep!!
sydney120@aol.com

OneOldGoat said...

Congrats on your anniversary! Poor little Ollie but so glad he's bounced back!

Beth

Anita : Shabby Quilt said...

Wow! Congrats on your 4 years!! Thanks for celebrating with such a sweet giveaway!!
You are so kind.

Judy Cooper Textile Artist said...

Anniversary Congratulations! What a great giveaway. I'd love to receive it :)

Chookyblue...... said...

Happy 4th birthday.........you sure have had some ups and downs in that time........think I have have been reading from the start.......congrats.......

marygabriella said...

Congratulazioni per l'anniversario del blog!
Un abbraccio a te e a Mr. Quilt Painted, una carezza ad Ollie e a Frankie.
Marina

Sheila said...

Thanks for the chance at such a great giveaway , it has been my pleasure to follow you , your work and your home are so incredible and I look forward to many more wonderful years of inspiration. Happy Bloganniversary !

Doreen B said...

Congratulations on your blogging anniversary!
And Canadian, eh! Very proud of you!! Always enjoy
Your post and a big thank you for all your Friday freebies.
This giveaway is amazing. Thanks for the chance to win!

Merilyn said...

Congratulations on your blogging anniversary Kaaren!!! Indeed there have been ups and downs, but we seem to muddle through it all and come out smiling in the end, at least that is the plan huh?!!
I have always enjoyed your blog posts and hope you continue to blog for a long time yet! Thankyou for a chance to win your giveaway - glad to hear that Ollie has come through his little op without any dramas!!

Suzanne said...

Thank you a chance to win a give away.. Those are my very favorite
needles. and I love the needle case.

Di said...

Thank you for the chance to win, sometimes we lose sight of all we have. Just as well God doesn't lose sight of us.

Fiona said...

... and what a whole heap has happened in the 4 years... congrats ... the best thing has been to hear of your continuing good health...
Hugz

Joyce said...

I love following your blog, and ironically, it is because I do follow you, that I first heard about Busy Thimble. I saw photos in one of your postings and fell in love with all the civil war reproduction fabric and realized that the shop was actually in Maine, about 45 minutes from my house! I was new to quilting and not aware that such a gem existed! Congrats on your milestone!

Teresa F. said...

Congratulations Kaaren. It's always a great pleasure to visit your blog. I love your work.
Thank you for your awesome giveaway. I'd love to be the happy winner.
Give a big hug to Ollie and Frankie, they are adorable!
Hugs from Portugal,
Teresa

Radka said...

Congratulations on your 4 years, Kaaren!!
It is very kind of your to do such a lovely giveaway.
Here is to the next 4 years!!!

Deb G. in VA said...

Congrats on your blogiversary! I really enjoy reading your blog.

northernknitter said...

What a lovely giveaway - thank you. These 4 years have seen so many changes - the move, health, pets, the constant through this has been your grace-filled spirit - thank you for that and for your inspiring, creative needlework.

naismith81@yahoo.com

northernknitter said...

What a lovely giveaway - thank you. These 4 years have seen so many changes - the move, health, pets, the constant through this has been your grace-filled spirit - thank you for that and for your inspiring, creative needlework.

naismith81@yahoo.com

Bonnie said...

Thanks so much for the chance to win. I really enjoy reading your blog. So glad Ollie did fine. The pics of him and Frankie are always so cute.

Christine said...

Congrats on your blogiversary :) writing a blog takes a lot of work. Thank you for a chance to win! Cheers!

Lucky Duck Dreams said...

I think it is so sweet how Ollie and Frankie have gotten along. Happy blogiversary

Sew Create It - Jane said...

Congrats on another anniversary!! Keep warm too...My mom (who lives in Hamilton ON) told me about how the cold is sweeping the nation...bbrrrr!

kathy said...

Happy blogiversary. I read your blog regularly. I adore seeing Ollie and Frankie.

Nancy said...

That needlecase is adorable and I think I see some Kansas Troubles fabrics in there. It is a great give away and I would be proud to own it. Congratulations on 4 years and looking forward to many more.

Carol said...

Congratulations on your four year anniversary. I enjoy reading your blog. Please include me in the giveaway.

barb's creations said...

Happy blogversary!! I too like to look back and see how far I've come and what I was working on,our blogs are are like electronic photo albums and I love to flip through the earlier pages to see what I was doing and experiencing.I hope Ollie's feeling more chipper today :) Barb.

Anonymous said...

Happy blogging anniversary. Those who give blessings receive blessing tenfold so I know you are truly blessed. Thanks for sharing these past four years. Ollie is growing ~ I remember the little ball of fur from your first post.

The Mayo Family said...

Hello~
Happy blogger anniversary!
I love your blog and always enjoy reading your posts!
Yes, I would love to have my name put in :)
I have several daughters who enjoy to do stitchery work...as do I!
Thank you for the give-away...
congratulations to the winner!
Blessings~
Lori~Marie
p.s.
please give Ollie a lil-smooch for me. :)

Diane said...

Congrats on your anniversary ... Love your projects and talent! Diane
dmcl.lecompte@comcast.net

Betsy Schneekloth said...

Love your blog! Congratulations on your anniversary. Happy Quilting
beppyquilt@gmail.com

Judy C said...

Hi Karen it has been cold here in MA too, my kitties have even snuggling by the fire as well. Thanks for offering us the chance at this give-away, stay warm!

Susannah said...

4 years? It does not seem that long...but it has been very enjoyable! I love, love, love your give away! Please enter my name.


Susannah

Pippa Parsons said...

Congrats, I love this blog, it's one of my favourites, I love your piccies especially of Ollie and Frankie.

Joyce said...

Congratulations on your blogging anniversary! Thank you for your generosity!

Janice said...

Thank you for sharing your talents with us and taking us on your adventures. I have loved the animal stories and pictures since I lost both of my darlings.

Rita said...

Congratulations on your blogging anniversary.

Please include me in the drawing.

ldepalatis at earthlink dot net

Joan said...

Just want to wish you a happy anniversary!

Patty said...

Happy anniversary, Ollie and Frankie sure love that spot in front of the fire. They've really become fast friends haven't they.

Cindy said...

Simply, Kaaren, I thank YOU!! You're such a sweet, caring woman who I truly admire. You're a blessing.

Darlene said...

I can hardly believe that it's only been 4 years and yet has it really been 4 years!!! I feel like I've know you for a lifetime. Thank you for sharing your talent over the years but a huge thank you for YOU.

I, too, enjoy going back through the 6+ years of my blog - it's been an amazing journey. :-)

I'd consider it such a blessing to win your beautiful needlecase.

Brenda said...

Congratulations on your 4th anniversary in the blogging world. Quite an accomplishment.

Jacqueline said...

Congrat's on your anniversary. And I love your needle case. I am just getting into a lot of hand work and this would be a wonderful addition to my "tools".

Thanks for a chance and glad to hear Ollie is doing ok.

jleibfried@aol.com

trish21042 said...

Kaaren, Thanks so much for the opportunity to win this awesome give away. I love looking at the pictures of your furry kids.

I hope you have a happy and healthy year ahead!!!!

Darlene D said...

Oh, oh, oh meeeee!! LOL What a great give away! Congratulations on 4 years! I think I've gone back and read every post!

Betsy said...

Kaaren such a sweet gesture. You already gift us with so many lovely designs. Thank you for sharing with your cyber friends.

Sandy said...

Congratulations on 4 years of great posts! Where does the time go...especially the older we get. Give Ollie special hugs to help him feel better. Thank you for the chance to win your delightful case.

barbara woods said...

would love to win thanks

Sandra said...

Thank you for the chance to win some goodies.

Ollie and Frankie do look so comfy.

Diane H said...

Congratulations, Kaaren. It's been an absolute pleasure to follow your journey.

Jeanette said...

Happy Blogaversary. Thanks for the chance to win the needelcase. Hugs,xx.

Jane said...

Karen, you always have such wonderful giveaways and congrats on the anniversary of your blog! I love reading it!!!! :-)

Roxane said...

Joyeux anniversaire !
Happy Birthday to your blog, I love as much to see your quilts than your pets !

Maggie said...

Happy blog anniversary! Best wishes to you for good health this year!

sandi s said...

I love following your blog. Happy 4th. Thank you for the chance to win something you made. Sandi

Patty said...

♫Happy Blogaversary ♫ And on Kansas birthday,too(I live in Kansas,USA) Y'all stay warm and I wish wwe had the snow. Thanks for the giveaway.

GerryART said...

Happy blogaversary, Kaaren. How time flies.

You've given us unconditional Friendship, thank you from my Heart.

Hugs to the furry babes
Hugs

Karen said...

Happy anniversary, and here is to wishing you many more happy anniversaries.
I am pleased that you chose the blog over books.
Would enjoy a chance at winning project made by you.
Every time I see a photo of your two four legged kids I smile. Very happy they have become friends. A happy household = happy hearts.

Janet said...

Congratulations on your Anniversary.
I have enjoyed your blog so much.
I would love to win your giveaway.
Thank you for having it.
Stay warm.
Janet

StitchinByTheLake said...

Congratulations! I'm a stalker...or a lurker, I'm not sure what would be the politically correct term. :) I've followed you for a very long time though and would love to be included in your giveaway. blessings, marlene

Bonniedoo said...

Congratulations! I enjoy reading about your furry babies and would like to receive your generous giveaway.

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Cher in Victoria said...

I enjoy your blog especially your furry babies. Good health in 2013

nlcalendar said...

Happy 4th Anniversary. Hope you have a healthy and happy new year and many to come. Would love to win this needlecase, your work is beautiful.

carol l said...

What a thoughtful gift. I don't care if I don't win because I win every time I receive a blog from you to read. Always enjoy the pictures of the pets.
Carol L
NE

Maureen said...

Congratulations on 4 great years! I love reading every post. Your work is exceptional and I would love to have this giveaway.

Carin@Ullhärvan said...

Congrats on your anniversary! Thanks for a great give away, I would love to win one!

Nancy said...

Congratulations on lyour anniversary. I do enjoy your blog. I know I would be with Ollie and Frankie on these cold days. Nancy P.

Pat said...

Congratulations on your anniversary!
I enjoy reading your blog and look forward to pictures of Ollie and Frankie. I just love how they get along.

lynneUSA said...

Congratulations, it seems longer than 4 years

quiltsbycheryl said...

Congratulations!! I think I have followed most of your journey. Your work is wonderful and I am so glad you are feeling better!!! I continue to pray for you. Your newest little fellow is so precious..I just love to watch him grow!! Thanks for a chance to win one of your creations!!

Karen in Kentucky said...

Thank you Kaaren! I love your blog! I enjoy seeing the adventures of your little doggie plus your decorating and home.

KarenP3720@aol.com

Unknown said...

How gorgeous is that and what a gorgeous giveaway. Congratulations on your anniversary too Kaaren.

Aurea said...

Congrats on your anniversary. Great give away and would love to win it. Thanks,

Cheryl said...

I'm a new follower. I've enjoyed your pictures of your pets and projects. Congrats on your 4 year anniversary!
bunkercdb@yahoo.com

Sherill said...

Happy Anniversary! I enjoy following your blog and it has become an esstenial part of my reading. Thank you for all your patterns and giveaways.

Quiltgal said...

What a thoughtful gesture. Happy Blogiversary.

NoBetz said...

Congrats on your fourth anniversary. I have enjoyed your projects.

Gloria said...

Happy 4th Blogging Anniversary!!

You continue to inspire me and I enjoy following along with your Blog. Thank you for sharing yourself.

I am a big Ollie and Frankie fan and there are never too many pictures posted of them :)

wendy said...

Happy anniversary and thank you so much for your inspiring blog! Thanks for a chance to win your lovely case and contents. Blessings and hugs to you!

AthleticQuilter said...

I really enjoy reading your blog. Thank you for a chance to win on your anniversary! Love the pictures of your pets :) Katherine
athleticquilter@yahoo.com

wendy said...

Happy anniversary and thank you so much for your inspiring blog! Thanks for a chance to win your lovely case and contents. Blessings and hugs to you!

JollyWorkerAlice said...

You give such beautiful things away; you have a generous heart.

Rita said...

Happy Anniversary, Kaaren. I always enjoy your posts. Looks like Ollie and Frankie are great buddys..so cute.

Shebandowan said...

Happy Anniversary! What great colours in your give away. Thanks for the chance to win. Some day I hope to replace my precious pal. Treasure their love.

Janet

Judy B said...

Congratulations ! I love to embroider, so your great giveaway would be very welcome at my house. Jeana Kimball needles are my all time favorites.
jbechosend at sbcglobal dot net

Sandi said...

Kaaren, you are such a gracious person to create such a lovely give away. Thank you for all the lovely inspiration you give us all in your creativity and personal journey.

Maybe one day I'll be fortunate to meet you in person and not just blog land!

Thanks for the chance to win your needle case.

Judoff said...

Enjoy your Blog so much! Congratulations on 4 years! Love Ollie and Frankie - as a dog lover myself (third Scottie, Maggie) I appreciate the comfort and unconditional love they bring to my home and family. Best wishes for many more blogging years! Judy R from Buffalo judoff@verizon.net

JudyCinNC said...

We are so thankful for you and all the inspiration and sharing you have given us and for including us in your courageous personal journey. Congratulations on your outstanding blog anniversary. I love seeing how much Ollie has grown and Frankie is such a good buddy. Thank you for this wonderful opportunity to win - hugs to you from Judy C

Elyte said...

You have given so much of yourself to us too. Many thanks.

Samplings from Spring Creek said...

So glad you make the decision to blog--love seeing your creativity and imagination at work.

And thank you for sharing Ollie and Frankie with us. Glad Ollie's surgery was uneventful,

Sandra said...

I have followed your blog since just before you moved to Nova Scotia. I remember the blogs of you unpacking all your boxes in your new N.S. home.
Thanks for the opportunity to win and I look forward to reading your blog for the next 4 years and well beyond!

cyndeebee said...

I only encountered you, and your blog, a few months ago, and I'm being very sincere when I say that you're such a bright, sweet spot in my day. I love your work, your writing style, your pictures...and I'd love to win the beautiful needlecase. I'm just getting back into handsewing, after a few years of non-stop knitting. Best wishes on your next 4+ years!
cyndeebee@hotmail.com

hennies.pennies said...

Congrats on a wonderful milestone! And, boy, do I enjoy reading your blog posts... thank you for taking us into your heart and home!! Be especially blessed, Kathy

Jim Robson said...

I am a faithful follower of your blog. I love your quilts, your cozy home, your Frankie and Ollie, your yard, etc. Congratulations on your 4th anniversary! May you have many, many more!

Frances Robson

frances@robsonclan.net

Patty said...

Happy blog a versary!

Pam in IL said...

Congratulations on 4 years of blogging!

Beautiful needlecase and I'm sure it will be cherished by the lucky winner.

My furbaby lays by the woodstove everyday too.

Kerry said...

Congratulations on 4 years of blogging. My young daughter loves looking at the pictures of your 2 furry friends cuddled up around the fire, and I love seeing what you're doing.
Thanks for the give away.

C m said...

Congratulation on your 4th blogversary! I so look forward to your blog, even though I am not real chatty...I love the furries. I just lost my dog and know what you went through. Ollie has been a great addition to your family.. Love the needlecase and goodies.. So glad you are doing so well.
Hugs carolyn

Kimme said...

Congratulations on your blogversary, 4 years is very impressive. I love reading your blog and especially love the photos of Ollie and Frankie. Just gorgeous. Thanks for the wonderful giveaway.

VickiT said...

Happy anniversary. That's a beautiful needlecase and then you add so many goodies too. Wonderful giveaway. Thank you.

vburr at charter dot net

C m said...

Not sure how to do this so I am giving you my other email that I use
Nwstitcher@yahoo.com
Carolyn

Verna G said...

Congratulations Kaaren! Finding a new posting on your blog is always a highlight of my computer surfing day.

Verna G

Carla A Few Of My Favorite Things said...

Happy Anniversary! Love following your blog.

Christina said...

Kaaren,
:) It warms my heart when I see I have a new blog entry to read from you.
You are such an inspiration in your art and love of life.
Even though I can not have a dog at this time your blogging on
Ollie and Frankie fill the void.
Congrats on your anniversary and bringing so many smiles
round the world.
Chris

Red Heads said...

Congrats Kaaren on your 4th. blog anniversary. You have indeed had your share of "Happeninmgs", AND have come out the other side a stronger person. I enjoy your blog very much Kaaren. You free patterns are so kind of you to share. Continue success & good health. Hugs from Plymouth, N.S.

Kathleen said...

I love following your blog. I cried when you lost Mac, was so sad when you encountered the puppy mill and so happy when you got Ollie. I love the pictures of Ollie and Frankie.

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