Pieced Brain

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Blog Anniversary and Giveaway

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This month I am celebrating four years of blogging as Pieced Brain! I have gotten to know so many wonderful people, have enjoyed sharing my projects and tutorials and, most of all, have been touched by so many of you.

Let’s celebrate your welcoming me to the virtual quilting community with a fun giveaway:

A book and some fabric! The Farmer’s Wife 1930 Sampler Quilt by Laurie Aaron Hird (includes CD with templates), and two yards of digitally printed fabric by Hawthorne Threads, all courtesy of my quilting friend Deb.

These prints are sooooo cool (It is snowing outside so these are the best pics I can send you!). All you have to do is leave a comment telling me what you like about quilting blogs. If you are a noreply blogger, leave your email like this – soandsoatclouddotnet – so you don’t get spammed. For an additional chance, let me know how you follow this blog in a separate comment.

Winner will be announce on Monday, February 27.

Thank you for four wonderful years!

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  5. Hilachas says

    I like all of the new ideas I get from reading other's blogs. There's a world of information out there. Thanks for the opportunity to win your generous giveaway.

  9. Kris says

    Congratulations on 4 years. I love blogs because they give a personal glimpse into and behind the quilts that are made or the tutorials given. I feel like a friend to those that blog. Instagram is great for instant gratification but it really says nothing much about the person(s) behind the making and that is the most enjoyable part of quilting besides making things myself.

  11. OhioLori says

    I looooove Blogs…mostly because it is like visiting with a special friend, Love learning new ideas,& patterns/Tutorials,etc etc. I don't do the FB, Instagram etc stuff.. Blogs are my Favorite spots.

    Happy Blogiversary!! & Thank you for chance to win your Super fun Give-a-way too!! 😀

  13. Cindy says

    Congratulations on your anniversary. It's awesome to celebrate the milestone in such a Generous way! I follow your blog via email.

  14. Kristine says

    Congratulations! I like blogs for in depth tutorials and tips. If I have a question or want to get better at a particular skill, I always go to the blogs first and I'm sure I'll find someone that does it like a pro. Thanks for your constant inspiration!

  15. Martina says

    Congratulations! I love blogs, because this is for me like a quilters circle. Lots of encouragements, challenges, help and new virtuel friends, as I have no quilty friends close by!

  17. MoeWest says

    Happy anniversary! I love quilting blogs for the inspiration, the learning opportunities and the fun of seeing what others are creating. Thanks for the giveaway.

  20. Anonymous says

    Hi Denise! I treat myself daily to some inspiring blogs:).
    Thanks for the chance to win.
    Sharon srblack525atyahoodotcom

  27. Jen says

    Congratulations on the anniversary! I love quilting blogs for the community and the inspiration and support. The quilt blogging community is so friendly and encouraging. I just love chatting with all of the other quilt bloggers across the world. Thanks for the giveaway!

  28. vicki says

    Oh,the reason I like blogs… Well,I find inspiration and help when I need it. Also, all of the drool worthy quilts! Thanks for the great giveaway and congratulations! vickise at gmail dot com

  32. vicki says

    I follow you via email. The name of your blog makes me giggle because some days I do feel like I have a pieced brain! Lol Thanks again! vickise at gmail dot com

  33. Terry says

    I follow you by email and by Bloglovin. I love following blogs because it nice to see what everyone is working on, for new ideas, and of course, the blog hope and BOM,s

  35. Sandra says

    I just love quilting blogs. There is so much inspiration as well as quilting tutorials. It is like your own private library to the quilting world. So much to learn and so much to learn. There is nothing more special to see than these blogs. It is yours every day. Thank you for the chance to become a winner. Quilting and fabric. Can't go wrong with this giveaway.

  37. Lyndsey says

    I love reading blogs for the pleasure of the fabric and quilting eye candy, the ideas, inspiration, tips, encouragement and support and tutorials. What's not to like and enjoy on a quilting blog?

  43. Libby says

    I find inspiration in quilting blogs, including tips and tutorials and what's going on in the quilting world, new fabric, new designs…and I'm always learning something new. Thanks for all you do !!!!

    [email protected]

  45. Tricia says

    Quilting blogs are inspiring to me. I have a difficult time finishing quilts so I like to look at people who have actually finished some. 😉

  47. Beth says

    I like quilting blogs for step by step instructions AND for inspiration. I also love when bloggers share a bit of their non-quilting life so I feel like a real person is out there!

  51. Anonymous says

    I love quilting blogs for the inspiration! Also, to see that pretty much everyone has some UFOs!

    kyramcquaryatyahoodotcom

  55. Rina Mason says

    Congratulations on your four year anniversary, here's to the upcoming five year one! I like blogs for the information that other quilters bring to us. Little snippets of their lives, tips, projects, links, successes and even the not so successful tries. Each blog and the person behind it adds to the feeling that we all have something in common and can cheer each other on while sharing ideas.

  62. Anonymous says

    I love quilting blogs! I have learned so much reading and watching tutorials.
    nikilsend(at)outlook(dot)com

  64. Mary Ellen says

    I like blogs ,because they reach so many people and they supply so much information and video one should never run out of ideas on anything you wish to do.

  65. Lee says

    Happy blogaversary! I love blogs for the inspiration and relaxation! Always good to see what others are working on and get tips! thanks!!

  67. quilter says

    I am disabled, mostly homebound, but still sewing. The blogs make me feel a part of the quilting community, thanks. garvey56atgmaildotcom

  72. Nancy A: [email protected] says

    Why do I love quilting — let me count the ways. It allows me to be creative. It allows me to express love to family and friends. It reminds me of family and the quilts made by them that I slept under as I grew up. I love the colors, designs, and texture. I love the comfort and warmth they bring. Oh bother — I just reread the question. So I will answer that, but I am going to leave the 1st part because it is true. I enjoy quilting blogs because of all I learn and because of the inspiration they give me.

  74. Nancy says

    Thank you for your generosity with this giveaway, Denise. Quilt blogs are such a wonderful way to learn what others are doing, to meeting and (virtually) interact with other quilters, not to mention the tutorials that quilters so willingly share — all reasons why I love quilt blogs.

  76. Anonymous says

    The Inspiration most of all! Love their hints,reviews of new products,mistakes,friendships! Such a nice giveaway Thank You for sharing, msstitcher1214atgmaildotcom

  78. Gloria Cotten says

    I am inspired by both the experiences and the work of other quilters. Seeing how a finished quilt can vary so widely with fabric and color choices is exciting amd encourages my creativity. I also LOVE the super people I meet through blogs! cottendotgloriaatgmaildotcom

  81. Sewgirl says

    Congratulations to you. I love all the wonderful information that is shared in blogs. It's a good way for me to learn about what's new in the industry as well as new techniques and view many beautiful quilts.

  83. tpott says

    Congratulations! 4 years goes by so quickly, I hope you have many more. I don't belong to a guild, so reading blogs is how I get together with friends I haven't met yet. I love the photos and learning about their process and their creativity.

  93. Brenda says

    I love reading blogs because I always get inspired in such a variety of ways. Plus, on probably 99% of all blogs, I learn new techniques and tutorials also about new designers or new lines of fabrics the list just goes on. Thank you for this great give away and the opportunity to win it.

  95. Kathy E. says

    95% of what I know about quilting I've learned by reading blogs. I love when bloggers share techniques, patterns, photos, and gadgets they love. I'd be lost without blogs!

  102. elena says

    Hi!
    Congratulations on your 4th anniversary!!Is incredible how fast time passes 🙂
    i like when bloggers shares tips and techniques it makes my sewing easier. And I love to see all the creations that crafters made it's so inspiring.
    regards from Barcelona!

  106. Nancy Lewis says

    I love reading quilting blogs that feature tutorials on quilts that they made. I'm a visual person, and seeing the design and how the fabrics blend together, makes it so much easier for me to do. Thanks for a great blog.

  108. rosemaryschild says

    I am a beginner quilter-I love to see how experienced quilters quilt their quilts-and all the great tips!-the pics are amazing, they give me inspiration! Thank you, Susan

  113. Anonymous says

    Happy Anniversary!! Thank you for the giveaway. I love all the beautiful quilt pictures and tutorials ☺

  124. Nanbon44 says

    I love seeing what other quilters are making, I get so many ideas running thru my head when I see what others are up to.. I also love the tutorials, not the stiff, prim and proper ones that are right on point, but the ones that share what bumps in the road they have had and how to avoid making those same mistakes. I love reading what inspires others to quilt in the comments.

  127. Angie&Gary Short says

    I love learning new tips and tricks. I also love looking at the photos of the projects. Quilting blog's rock. Good luck everyone in the giveaway. angielovesgary2 atgmail dotcom

  134. Mary Tam says

    I enjoy seeing a part of this blogger's creative mind in pictures. When I need a shot of happiness blogs can cheer me up with the creativity that is shared. I see Pieced Brain's posts on Facebook and link to the blog through that. I've made three of the sewing pouches from your pattern.

  135. allison pogany says

    I love quilting blogs for the ideas and inspiration. I also love getting tips and tricks that I never would have thought of myself! Congrats on four years!
    allisonpogany at gmail.com

  138. Diane Beavers says

    Hello Denise!!! Happy 4th.
    Quilting Blogs bring a community together like no other. I mean where can we all share our talents, struggles w/piecing, photography, and occasaionally get a good laugh at ourselves. THank you for being there with us each day.
    I loved your post and the snipets from the 12 Pack book…the Village block is one of my favorites too.
    schimmel(dot)db(at)gmail(dot)com

  146. SewDoUQuilt says

    Congratulations! You have a great blog, and like all quilting blogs, they offer a look at what others are doing whether it is a new idea or just learning to do something. jarvenpa1ne @ gmail dot com