Monday, June 20, 2011

GO! Baby giveaway

I'm sooooo excited to be hosting this giveaway today. The fine folks at AccuQuilt are allowing me to giveaway a GO! Baby cutting system and 3 dies (your choice!) to one of my readers. To enter, please leave ONE comment on this post. In your comment I'd like to include 3 things that you are thankful for.
Here's my list:
1. I'm thankful that my kids are playing reasonably well together today. That means mama gets some time to sew! Yipee!
2. I'm thankful for a great weekend with my husband, kids and good friends.
3. I'm thankful that we are already enjoying fresh veggies from the garden. What a treat!

Happy Monday to you! And good luck!

edited to add: the giveaway is now closed.

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Julia said...

I'm thankful for cooler weather, getting to go the Europe in a week, and I'm thankful for God's Word.

Neese Family said...

Wow! The first one to post. That means I probably won't get it! But I love your blog!
1- I am thankful for quilting, for the time it gives me to express my creative side.
2- I am thankful for a family who loves me and what I do for them. It makes it all so much more enjoyable.
3- I am thankful for beautiful weather. It makes me so much happier and helps my garden grow!

Nancy said...

What a great giveaway.

I am thankful for: dedicated and knowledgable doctors, the ability to knit and sew, my friends and family.

mindfulatthirty said...

1. I'm thankful for my family.
2. I'm thankful for my little talents.
3. And I'm thankful for the sunshine like today.

Tiffany said...

1. I'm grateful for my husband. I know that is cheesy/easy but I truly am blessed to have such a wonderful and fun man in my life :)

2. I'm grateful for my dog - so nice to be greeted but a bouncy smiling friend every day after work. Even if I just go out to get the mail and come back 30 seconds later he is excited to see me haha.

3. I'm grateful for my faith in God. The knowledge of his love and hand in my life def. keeps me going on the hard days and makes me happy on the good days.

Amy H said...

I am thankful for the health our family is blessed for, the safety we've had in all our recent travels, and for the beautiful weather.

Cassondra Bailey-Harig said...

I am thankful for many, many things, including:
1. A loving and supportive husband
2. Finally being pregnant with our first child (after a year and a half of trying)!
3. The greatest family and friends a person could ever wish for. :-)

Linda said...

I am thankful for my family, that it is summer vacation and that I can have time to craft.

Thanks for a chance to win!

heather said...

I am thankful for God's mercy and grace in my life - I don't deserve it but He gives it!! I am also thankful for my husband whom I love and appreciate so very much and for my kids that God has blessed me with and entrusted me with. Oh I LOVE being thankful I think I could just keep going. Thanks for making the point to show our thankfulness!!! Blessings!!!!!

Andrea said...

I'm thankful for a new job, generous people in my life, and my supportive and funny husband.

Lindsay Conner said...

1. Thankful for a refreshing vacation away and a great job to come back to! 2. Great friends and family and
3. A hobby I truly love and can get lost in--sewing!

Lynnae said...

What an awesome give away.

1. I am thankful for my husband who supports me in all I want to do.
2. I am thankful for my 4 incredible kids.
3. I am thankful for my sewing machine. Without it, I wouldn't have quilting as my outlet.

erinmalia said...

1. Thankful for a husband who is potty training my son as we speak!

2. Thankful for an air-conditioned office.

3. Thankful for the leftover pie dough that will make an awesome cinnamon-sugar treat tonight!

Kristen said...

1. I'm thankful to have such a wonderful sewing room in my home.

2. I'm thankful to be in a relationship with a man who truly loves me, after almost 40 years of looking.

3. I'm thankful for the chance to win!

Anya said...

I'm thankful for family, friends, and fabric! Thanks for the chance!

Brenda said...

I'm SO very thankful for:
1. My family- a DH & 2 daughters who support my quilting in every way.
2. Jobs- so that we can afford all the fun stuff we do as a family
3. My parents- still there for me & my sister

Melissa L said...

1. I am thankfully for my husband. I really don't know what I would do without him.
2. I am thankfully my best friend is also my sister in law. It makes the inlaws easier to handle. =-)
3. I am greatful for my large family becoming closer everyday!!

Debbie said...

I'm thankful that my parents, 7 siblings, husband, 3 children, myself are all healthy.

I'm thankful to have spent the weekend surrounded by family.

I'm thankful for living in So. CA and experiencing mild weather.

DianeY said...

I'm thankful that Rory won the US Open yesterday, that tomorrow I'll be flying across the Pacific to spend 3 weeks with my grandchildren, and that I'll get to see my mom, even though she may not really recognize me.

Kris said...

~I'm thankful for a wonderful husband and three beautiful children,
~I'm thankful that I get to stay home with them,
~and I'm thankful that they're all napping at the same time today!

Megan said...

I'm thankful for...

(1)my husband who helps with dinner when I'm too tired
(2)a sunny, summer weekend spent in the garden
(3)my family who makes me laugh with our skype phone calls, even when the connection is completely horrid.

Thanks for the chance to win!

zarina said...

Oh my. I am thankful that one of my daily read is having this giveaway.

1 - I am thankful that currently I'm UNemployed. I have been making quilts like crazy (but I do hope its not too long).

2 - my mum is very flexible. am staying with my parents and sometimes the chores and cooking can be pushed aside for a few days

3 - the weather is not too hot or wet.

Brecka said...

1. I am thankful for airconditioning - the highs for the week have been over 100.
2. I am thankful for my family
3. I am thankful for my home - even when it requires cleaning

Cori Lewis said...

I am thankful for 1, my boys my job and gret friends

Katherine said...

I'm thankful for
1. Family, love them, love them, love them!
2. My daughters and their smiles
3. Good food and yummy desserts!

Sarah W said...

1) I'm thankful that my family forgives me when I am mean to them.
2) I'm thankful for a nice quilting stash.
3) I'm thankful for instant dinners that (kind of) resemble home-made.
Thanks for the giveaway.

Rae Arnold said...

1. I’m thankful that my SO gave me a gift cert. for a pro massage for my birthday last weekend. My back will also be thankful soon.

2. I'm thankful my puppy made it through the weekend without any indoor potty accidents.

3. I’m thankful for the community of online quilters that inspire me to get to work on my quilting projects.

Can I add a 4. Thankful for the opportunity to win this, because I can’t buy one until after I save for a new sewing machine first.

Beverly said...

I'm so thankful for friends who made it possible for me to replace my A/C when it died!
I'm thankful for my sweet neighbors who are the best neighbors ever.
I'm thankful that for my friends and family.

FrancisMoore said...

I am thankful for my belief in Christ, my daughter and granddaughters, and my desire to sew for charity.

Anonymous said...

1. I am thankful for my job today; even when it stresses me out.

2. I am thankful that my daughter is doing well where she is living in Washington state.

3. I am thankful that I was able to get some quilting done on my husband's quilt-he is so happy!

Sarah said...

Lots to be thankful for:
1. healthy children
2. my parents
3. kind husband

Sally said...

I'm thankful for:
1. this blog and the chance to win!
2. my beautiful family
3. the ability to make beautiful things with fabric, yarn, and thread.

County of O'Corc said...

What a great giveaway!

I am thankful for:

1. My happy healthy son and husband.
2. Having a job in this economy.
3. The free time my hubby gives me to get in the craft room on the weekends!

Jamie said...

What an amazing giveaway! Three things I am thankful for:
1) My amazing husband who supports me in everything I do,
2) Jesus dying for my sins,
3) Public Transportation

leigh said...

I'm thankful for my hubs. He's the best.
I'm thankful that it's finally summer here!
I'm thankful that I am sewing today (skirt and ties for a wedding coming up!)

Char said...

1.I'm thankful that my daughter has graduated and will be attending college in the fall.
2.That my love, my husband is in good health.
3.I get to do what I love, sewing!

Annessa said...

How fun! I'm thankful for so many things, but mostly the gospel of Jesus Christ, my family and the ability to create and work with my hands.

Sarah Craig said...

I'm thankful for my wonderful husband, who has taken such great care of me this weekend, even though it was Father's Day! I'm thankful for my granddaughter, who is being a sweetheart and playing with her playdo today! And I'm most thankful for God's love and grace!!

Cheryl R said...

1. My son's 12th birthday today (he's #2 of 6)
2. A fabulous father's day yesterday - remembering my father-in-law's legacy on our first father's day without him
3. Celebrating my own birthday in 2 days....and loved ones to celebrate with.

Funky's Mama said...

What a great idea! Here's what I'm thankful for:

* Summer weather finally coming to California
* My kitty, who's napping peacefully on my bed
* Having a job to go to

Jessica said...

I'm thankful that my kids are healthy. I'm thankful that I will be able to take my kiddos to see their grandparents in 10 days! I'm thankful that my husband is such an honest, caring, and loving man.

Katie said...

I'm thankful for my hard-working husband, my two sweet daughters and a cooler day. The floorboards are slightly chilly rather than warm and it's lovely!

~Dee said...

Thankful for unemployment
Thankful for health
and
Thankful for pretty pretty fabrics!

Lucky Duck Dreams said...

Im thankful for God, my family, and quilting!

barncat (Lisa) said...

Wonderful giveaway! I'm thankful for my wonderful family, a new job that's fantastic, and we still have a home, when so many of my neighbors don't due to flooding this past weekend.

Unknown said...

1. I'm thankful for a wonderful husband!
2. I'm thankful for my little girl who inspires most of my crafts!
3. I'm thankful that I serve a God who loves me!

kitty crafter said...

I'm thankful that my 2 boys are in extended summer school. :) keeps them busy.
I'm also thankful that our family, after being relocated for over 8 years, is finally back in the Chicagoland area.
Last but not least, I'm thankful for an awesome husband who allows me to be Craft crazy and is glad it makes me happy. and he never complains if there's too much fabric lying around! ;0

Rebecca K said...

1. So thankful for 3 days of rain in my area

2. Thankful that I can take a week long trip with my husband while the kids are with grandparents

3. Thankful for great friends who help make life fun

Sarah C said...

Fun giveaway, Amanda!
1. My inlaws, who are here to give my husband and I a mini-holiday
2. We found out we're preggo with #2 on Tuesday! Yay!
3. My 2 year-old, who has decided to use his powers for good this morning. A good start to the day!
Thanks and good luck everyone!

Sarah said...

I am thankful for my family.
I am thankful for having my son after suffering through infertility.
I am thankful for the bond that sewing has created and how it links me to my grandmother, whom I loved very much.

Also I'm thankful for fun giveaways like this :)
sarah.currence at gmail

Bethany said...

I am thankful for:

1. My supportive husband, especially when it comes to sewing.
2. My kids, even if they cut into my sewing time! :)
3. Beautiful summer weather.

Thanks :)

Amanda said...

1. I am thankful for my awesome husband!
2. I am thankful for family and friends.
3. I am thankful for chocolate!

Kelly said...

What a fantastic giveaway! I am thankful for 1. My beautiful baby boy, 2. my amazing, hardworking and supportive husband and 3. My and my family's health. :)

Sonia B said...

I'm thankful for cute kids, a hard-working hubby, and a fun hobby. Thanks for the chance!

DarleneN said...

I'm thankful for family, friends and a wonderful hobby that i can share with all of them!

Melody said...

1. I am thankful for our garden as well. We are enjoying loads of fresh squash!
2. I am thankful for my company allowing us some flex schedules this summer which means more sewing time!
3. I am thankful for my family who supports my creativity and craftiness even though they also think I am crazy at times... :)
Thank you Amandajean for this opportunity to win a GO!baby.

Quilting QB said...

How exciting!!

1 - I'm thankful I was able to set aside time and space to finish up some quilts this weekend

2 - I'm thankful that my brave little guy didn't cry at BIKE camp this morning, even though he was really scared

3 - I'm thankful for the cool rainy day before the heat wave hits.

Molly said...

Oh dear! I got an error when I submitted my comment and then it was gone. If I end up here twice just ignore one comment.

I'm thankfful that my three boys are all in good health, that we all had a nice father's day with my honey yesterday and that my doggie's leg has healed and she is no longer limping. All good things! Thanks for making me dwell on the positive things this morning.

Louise said...

Great giveaway!

I'm thankful for my two beautiful sons, the time I get to spend outside on days like today, and for my wonderful husband, whose hard work allows me to enjoy the previous two things.

Mary said...

1)thankful for a husband I STILL love and adore
2)3 healthy kids...total blessing
3) I have a best friend who quilts and loves it as much as I do. It's so wonderful to share something I love with someone I love.

Moore Family said...

I'm thankful that my last child of 6 graduated from High school

I'm grateful that I am no longer part of the public school system...

I am thankful that I am a grandma.

and so much more but you only wanted 3....

Unknown said...

I am thankful for my amazing little girl that teaches me every day to enjoy the very simplest of pleasures such as her toothless smile.
I am thankful for my amazing hubby and how extremely helpful and hands on he is.
I am also thankful for our awesome friends and family that have been there for us through some harships and are always there to offer a helping hand and shoulders to lean on if needed.

Anonymous said...

1. I'm thankful that I get a chance to go back to school and pursue the degree I really want - Homeland Security.
2. I'm thankful that my husband supports me unconditionally and reads all of my papers.
3. I'm thankful that I can run and exercise and it makes me feel so good.

matt.and.lindsey. said...

oooo...I have been wanting one of these. I am thankful for my husband (he is my world), I am also thankful for my beautiful flowers and veggies I have grown, and I am thankful for learning how to quilt and sew. These are a few things I am thankful for I could list so many more :)

Prof. S (the enchanted bobbin) said...

1. I'm thankful for this beautiful day and having the time to appreciate it.

2. I'm thankful for my family -- as demanding as it can be to be a mother and partner, I wouldn't trade those roles for anything.

3. I'm thankful for rewarding and steady work. I know how blessed I am and appreciate it tremendously.

And of course, winning a Go cutter would be great too :)

PolkaDotClassic said...

I'm Thankful for our health.
I'm Thankful for a really great Fathers Day weekend with my husband, Dad and Brother and rest of family :)
I'm Thankful for knowing His word.
Thank you to you for a great chance to win a fabulous gift
Have a Happy Monday
Marta

http://polkadotclassic.blogspot.com/

Deven said...

1. I'm thankful that today is my birthday. Because who would want the alternative. ;-P

2. I'm thankful for the love of my God, husband & family

3. I'm thankful for this giveaway. Cause I want a go! Baby so baddddddd.

Tracey said...

I'm thankful for:
1.After 13 months of unemployment, today is my husband's first day of work at a job he is excited about.
2.All the support we got from friends, family & our church to get us thru the last year.
3.The quilting retreat at church this weekend.

Brenna said...

I'm thankful that my husband will be home in less than a month (haven't seen him since December!), that my son was born healthy and is turning into the world's sweetest baby, and that I landed a great job and get to stay with my wonderful family while my husband is deployed and my new house is getting built.

Brenna

emily and logan said...

i'm thankful...

1. for this cool summer st. george has had so far
2. that my baby is so healthy and TALL!
3. that i'm about to see my entire family in a couple days after way too long!

Chrissy said...

1. I'm thankful for my loving and supportive husband who gets on board and facilitates every crazy crafting idea I get in my head.

2. I'm thankful to be able to run.

3. I'm thankful for all of the inspiring people I seem to encounter.

magnoliasntea said...

Wow, great giveaway! Love your blog!
1. Salvation through Jesus Christ.
2. Family
3. Church

Kristy said...

Very fun!

1. I am thankful for my amazing family!
2. I am thankful for clean water. So many without that sadly!
3. I am thankful for the gift of hand-crafting passed down through my family. It gives such satisfaction!

Thanks for hosting!

Anonymous said...

I'm thankful for 1) a great massage therapist who's helping me through a painful shoulder injury, 2) my upcoming vacation to Maine in 10 days(!), and 3) my amazing family and friends who are always there for me.

MollyP said...

I am thankful:

1. My grandparents are able to come see me and our new (first) home.

2. We are going to get some desperately needed rain this week. (AL is in a severe drought right now and my garden is not happy.)

3. My family is healthy, happy, and blessed.

Thanks, Amanda!

Emily said...

Beyond the obvious (family, husband/kids, health) I am thankful for my sewing machine, my fruit trees, and our camping tent.

Kimberly said...

Well besides being super thankful for this giveaway I am so thankful for my happy and healthy family, for the great summer weather we are having, and for the freedoms and rights I have as a women living in Canada.

Jasmine said...

I'm thankful for:
1.Healthy family
2.Beautiful weather
3. Naps!

marie said...

I am thankful for having a wonderful, thoughtful loving husband. To have a huge sewing room with a good stash. For being a senior still having very good health.

mariebeers@hotmail.com

Pattie D said...

Only 3...this will be hard!
I am thankful for:
1) My great husband who supports my crazy ideas and still loves me
2) four wonderful children, their spouses and 10 little people that are the joy of my life
3) the means, health and time to create.

Thanks AJ! I am thankful for great bloggers like you who inspire!

Four dogs and one quilter said...

Am thankful for my loving husband, a sunny day, and time to sew.

Mark and Amy said...

1. I'm thankful for a patient, kind husband who has turned out to be an even better daddy than I knew he would be.
2. I'm thankful for a happy baby, who greets me with a big smile every morning.
3. I'm thankful for iced coffee.

Kim said...

I'm thankful for Air Conditioning in the 100 degree weather
I'm thankful for amazing Doctors that have gotten my daughters seizures under control.
I'm thankful for an amazing family and friends that help support me durimg trying times!

Ida from Central PA said...

"In your comment I'd like to include 3 things that you are thankful for."


1. I'm thankful for my three half sisters

2. I'm thankful that my oldest sister found her two youngest sisters after a 49 year absence. [Long tearful story]

3. I'm thankful that all three half-sisters made it to the family reunion this weekend.





I'm also thankful that:
1) The family warmly accepted the 'missing' girls back into the fold

2) The missing girls know that they've ALWAYS been loved (especially after so many years of wonder and doubt)

3) Everyone stayed at my house, allowing me more time with them.

Jennifer said...

I am thankful that I had the opportunity to take a great family vacation last week, and I'm thankful that I have a great job to come back to. I'm also thankful for my amazing family, including my husband who is at home with the kids (he's a teacher), probably suffering with their vacation hangover!

littlebluebirdie said...

1. I am thankful for our families being supportive of our move have the country away.

2. I am thankful that I am able to be a stay at home mom to two wonderful boys

3. I am thankful that the boys are being well-behaved (so far) today, even though its been raining for three days now. I fully expect cabin fever to set in this afternoon.

Leah said...

1. I am thankful for super hot weather that keeps me inside by my sewing machine.
2. I am thankful my husband has a good job so I can stay home with my children and my sewing machine.
3. I am thankful for rainbow jello, it makes me smile and it tastes delicious.

Miss Lola said...

I'm so thankful for:
1. a husband who doesn't care if I skip doing the laundry while I sew,
2. for 2 amazing kids that I was told I would never have.
3. and for the opportunity to volunteer my time instead of going to work.

Laurel said...

1. i am thankful for rain so i don't have to water the garden...
2. i am happy for smiling, healthy children
3. i am so grateful to have a husband who provides so well for our family.

Caroline said...

What fun!
1. I'm thankful for a husband who is kind and considerate, who shows his love and devotion to me and our family in every action.
2. I'm thankful for two healthy children.
3. I'm thankful for my own home where I can nurture and rear my children with the standards my husband and I have established.

Nancy Near Philadelphia said...

I'd be tickled to win this! I'm thankful today that all four of my grandchildren are healthy and developmentally appropriate; I'm thankful for my husband and our marriage of nearly 44 years; and I'm thankful that I have a job and not only that, one that I thoroughly enjoy!

Amber said...

I'm thankful for the beautiful weather we've been having so that my son and I can play outside; for our new house that we're having so much fun painting; and for my family's good health!

mandalei said...

1) Modern medicine, to aid and save those I love (and myself)
2) having creative outlets and a husband who loves the same qualities of craft that I do
3) Having my quilting room right next to his woodworking room so we can work side by side. Can't wait to learn upholstery so we can make our own pieces together for fun!

Yumm yumz by patticakes said...

I'm thankful for the good health of all my family members; I'm thankful for a roof over my head and gainful employment, and I'm thankful to wake up with a meaningful purpose every morning!

Tina Craig said...

I'm thankful for:
1. An amazing husband who would rather spend time with me than sleep when he needs to be up at 3:30am for an early flight.
2. Healthy kids who are almost out of school for the summer.
3. 14 years with an incredible pastor who is retiring next week. We will miss him terribly.

Anonymous said...

Wow...I think this is the easiest giveaway I've entered for one of these! =)

I am thankful for Father's - since yesterday was Father's Day...and I'm thankful for my Father in Heaven too.

I'm thankful for Freedom - many are not blessed with the privileges I have.

I'm thankful for my husband and children. I have a beautiful family.

Thank you for a chance to win! =)

alyse christine said...

I am thankful for

:My amazing boyfriend who lets me stay at home and quilt.

: my wonderfully supportive family who keep pushing me in the direction to follow my dreams.

:My son, who at times is hard work but ultimately makes me laugh everyday.

Moneik said...

I'm thankful for wonderful husband who made me a mom to the most precious baby girl Mikaela 5 months ago.
I'm thankful for a great family support system in the wake of my mom's passing.
I'm thankful for a flexible job, so I can enjoy my family and hobbies.

Leigh said...

I'm thankful that my family is healthy, my house is comfy, and that summer is FINALLY here!

Paul said...

Three things I am Thankful for:

1 - My beautiful wife and four children. They color my life with Joy and Happiness.

2 - My old Singer that keeps on ticking...

3 - My job. I know too many that don't have one... While there are days I get frustrated, I am glad to still have an income.

Great Give Away!!

Paul
www.OutnumberedQuilter.com

Lisa Stramecki said...

Love reading all of the comments!

1. I am thankful that I am able to stay home with my three boys under three years old. Some days are easy and some are hard - but all are wonderful!
2. I am thankful to have come across this blog. You have taught me quilting from knowing NOTHING! Now I think about it all the time and get so excited to see a new post in my newsfeed!
3. I am thankful to have such a loving and wonderful family including my in-laws. I feel so blessed every day.

Laurel said...

Wow! What a great give-away.

I'm thankful that I have a great job.
I'm thankful that I get to spend time with my family.
I'm thankful that I have such a great hobby in quilting.

Susan C. said...

Let's see, I'm thankful for my husband's new job (hurray!), for my wonderful family, and for the time to knit and sew. Thank you for the generous giveaway!

heleen said...

1. I'm grateful for my daughter who passed her exams
2. I'm grateful for my new hobby, quilting
3. Im grateful for my chance to work as a substitute teacher and being able to work when I can and to be there for my kids when neccesary

Antoinette said...

I am thankful for people who let me be myself without judgement or reservation.
I am thankful for my life, health and work.
I am thankful for really good cupcakes.

Mary Sunshine said...

I am thankful for my amazing husband!

I am thankful for my four wonderful children!

I am thankful for the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Bree said...

I am thankful for a healthy child, for the ability to give freely of my time, and for a supportive family :)
I'm also thankful for posts that make me think of things I'm thankful for. This one made me smile :)

KD-Quilts said...

I am thankful:
~ that I have a husband who works so hard so I can stay home.
~ for a perfect, happy baby
~that I still had cookies and frosting left over this morning!

Michelle said...

ooh, there's so much i'm thankful for, it's hard to list just three.... 1. my husband, who makes my life alot easier and more fun! 2. my three beautiful children, who teach me new things everyday, and 3. good health so that i can enjoy things 1 and 2!

Jessica P said...

I am thankful for:

1. Having supportive parents who are always there for me when I need them.

2. Having found an amazing man who I I get to marry in less than 4 months.

3. Every opportunity that comes my way, even if the ones I really want don't.

Anonymous said...

I'm thankful for a napping baby, my husband's job, and the rainy day giving me the perfect excuse to stay in and play!

Sugar Magnolia said...

Oh my gosh! I'm so excited!!!

1. I'm so thankful that my children are healthy!
2. I'm very thankful for the entertaining fathers day weekend we had camping in the mountains!
3. I'm thankful for my Bernina.

Diane said...

1. I'm very thankful for my husband of almost 38 years, my two children and our 5 grandchildren.

2. I'm thankful for all my family being healthly and happy.

3.I'm thankful for having great parents who taught me the importance of love, family, hard work and how much beauty nature has to offer.

Jay and Danielle said...

I am thankful for
1) My husband and that he is healthy
2) The chance we are getting to look for and buy our first home together
3) The ability to smell and taste :)

danigeddes@ymail.com

~Michelle~ said...

I'm thankful that I haven't had to turn on the A/C yet, that my man is an excellent cook, and that I have friends nearby to compensate for the lack of family where we live!

Sasha said...

Wow! What a wonderful giveaway!! Thank you for the chance to win!
-I'm very thankful for my husband that I love very much!!
-I'm very thankful that I am able to be a housewife. It's the most rewarding job I have ever had!!
-I'm very thankful that I am able to spend a little time sewing or knitting each day.

Katemcmate said...

Three things I am thankful for:

1. I am thankful for my sewing friends and the sewing days we have lots of fun at!

2. Thankful that I have a sewing machine and time to create beautiful things out of fabric

3. Thankful for sunny days and how they make me smile no matter what.

Thank you for this giveaway!

Connie said...

Love this giveaway and I love the requirements ;)

1. I'm thankful for my amazing parents, who are not rich, not famous, ordinary people who are living extraordinary lives.

2. I'm thankful for my husband and kids. I know that's two, but I can't imagine my life without them!

3. I'm thankful for my health.

Karen said...

Thanks for the chance to win.

Other things I'm thankful for...
1 - My boys (btw, my older boy turned 5 on April 28 - been meaning to let you know since you mentioned your daughters birthday).

2 - my parents coming to visit later this week

3 - our first real family vacation

Jill S. said...

I'm thankful for:

My family; my parents my brothers and sister in law; my hubby and kids. I am blessed!

Novacaine: After having some dental work done today, I'm thankful for not feeling it.

My health: my toddler aged son has lots of health issues and I'm thankful that I can take care of him and provide the care he needs!

Q said...

I am thankful for our great country and those that are serving overseas.

I am thankful for the ability to quilt.

I am thankful for the desire to quilt and give to others.

kellie: thelemondime said...

WOW what a GIVEAWAY!!
1)the redemption of my soul through Christ Jesus
2)learning to overcome my fears
3)the rainwater that's receding right now.... before our home started flooding

Lindsey said...

I'm thankful for:

1. The beautiful view out my office window. (A luxury considering I work in a cubical farm!)

2. A wonderful husband who loves me even when I'm a crazy person.

3. A super awesome sewing machine that makes creating pretty things so much fun!

The Stewarts said...

1. I'm grateful for my sweet little 6 month old's giggles and smiles.

2. My wonderful husband who does so much for our little family.

3. all the talents our Heavenly Father has given me.

dianmstewart(at)gmail(dote)com

Sipiweske Quilts said...

What a wonderful giveaway!

I am thankful for a good job; my family and my health.

- Marlene

Celeste Creates said...

1. I am thankful to be homeschooling.

2. I am thankful for my husband and five children.

3. I am thankful I am loved by Jesus

Quilty Conscience said...

What a postitive post! I will continue to read all the wonderful comments.
1)I am thankful that I discovered the wonderful world of bloggers. Especially quilt bloggers who freely share their knowlege and patterns. You, AmandaJean, were my first!
2)I am thankful that even tho' the economy is going through a tough time that we are "okay",learning to live on less. Which is not a bad thing!
3)I am thankful for my husband, kids and grandkids.They all give me so much pleasure at so little cost.
Hugs to All! Toni

Kyleigh said...

1. I'm thankful for sunshine.
2. God's grace
3. Summer just around the corner.

sewkalico said...

Wow! I would absolutely love one of these AccuQuilt Go! Baby cutters, they are so cool, but a little bit out of my price range sadly. I also like the sentiment behind this post of yours because it is good to stop and appreciate all that we can be thankful for, so...
I am thankful that after losing two, I am expecting again and things seem to be gong well...(fingers crossed!)
I am thankful/grateful that I already have two wonderful, loving little boys (and may have a little girl this time.)
I am thankful that I feel loved, and am able to give love to those around me.

Teresa F. said...

I'm thankful for:
1-My family, my DH and my lovely kids!

2- I'm thankful for our health. Thank God all of us are healthy!

3- I'm thankful for quilting which is my stress therapy and has "brought" me lots of friends.

Rebecca said...

Thanks for the giveaway! I'm thankful for my husband's job which allows me to stay home with my children, the health and safety of my family, and my relationship with my God.

vanree said...

First of all I am thankful for this awesome Blog!
I'm thankful for my two healthy kiddies
and I'm thankful for the ability to sew!
Vanree

Michele said...

I'm thankful for my family, fun food to cook and fabric!

Natalie J said...

1. I am thankful for the little addition to our family growing in my belly!
2. I'm thankful for my wonderful family, in particular my husband.
3. I'm thankful for having the freedom to express myself through my crafts. :)

Thanks for the contest!

Kristie said...

Let's see..3 things that I am thankful for, this is easy!

My family...I have 4 wonderful kids that I love with all of my heart and a wonderful husband to share them with.

Our country lifestyle...very glad that we live on a farm, we so enjoy this farm life and hope that my children always have wonderful memories from it.

My mom...I'm very thankful that my mom was able to go back to work, after having surgery on shoulder months ago. She doesn't have full use of it only about 50% but at least she can use it some.
Kristie

Debbie said...

I'm thankful for my little granddaughter, who adds such joy to our days.
I'm thankful my kids have good jobs.
I'm thankful for a hubby who more than tolerates my quilty habit, but encourages me.
whew. lots more, but there's three!

Leslie said...

I am thankful for:
1. my husband is home after a long week away with work.
2. the power of the scriptures
3. really good friends who inspire me to be better but love me as i am.

Samantha said...

I am thankful for my DH and 2 wonderful DD's.
I am thankful for quilting that I am new at but have been loving the learning process.
I am thankful for the season's that we get to enjoy.

Rochelle said...

Great Giveaway!
I am thankful for:
1. Just 17 work days left before my maternity leave begins.
2. Approximately 7 weeks till new baby arrives ... almost done!
3. No reports of injury during a very large fire nearby this weekend which re-routed a parade to nearly come right past our house ... allowing quick trips home to get freezies!

Jackie H said...

I'm thankful for:
1) My 4 kittens that were born last night
2) The fact that I didn't have to nurse 4 mouths at one time ever in my in life
3) I'm also grateful that my garden is growing. It thrills me to see things grow.

Laura Beech said...

1. The freedom of sewing all summer!!!!

2. My amazing husband and how he loves me.

3. The never ending blessings from a loving God.

Jen said...

1. I'm thankful for my wonderful, hardworking husband.
2. I'm thankful for the wonderful little life we've created together.
3. I'm thankful that we are all happy and healthy. :)

Elaine said...

What a great giveaway!!!

I'm thankful for
1. A family I *WANT* to drive 12 hours each way to go see.
2. Children who happily snuggle under my quilts in the back seat of the car on long car trips mentioned in #1.
3. Being home safely after a fun trip to Virginia.

cherie godbey said...

Great giveaway, thank you!

I am thankful for:
1. Hubby home from work today!
2. Kids going to Sunday School (finally)!
3. 2 healthy kids for more than a week! :)

Donna said...

I am thankful for a wonderful husband. I am thankful for great children who are good friends and enjoy being with each other. Mostly I am thankful for a faithful God who blesses me everyday.

hollymade said...

I'm thankful for:

1) A happy, healthy toddler who is for the most part an agreeable little guy, and always lots of fun to be with

2) A sweet husband who is always following his dreams

3) A roof over our heads and enough food in our tummies

Potter Family said...

1. I am thankful for a husband who works hard to make it possible for me to stay at home, even if it means working out of town. Going through times of no jobs..he still works hard doing side things to provide for our family.

2. I am thankful for the health of myself and my family. We have been extremely blessed during times of no work to have kids with no health problems, not even a sniffle. TRULY blessed.

3. I am thankful for my childhood. I was very loved and knew it. I have parents who love me and do so much for me. I enjoyed life to the fullest and learned to love everything around me. I learned to appreciate a garden (of course as an adult now), the water and trees.

Fun Mama - Deanna said...

I am thankful for: a cute little girl who wants to play dressup, the chance to visit my family, and being married for 10 years.

Amy Sp said...

I am thankful that my kids slept the past two nights in their own beds, all night long.

I am thankful for my husband, who is a wonderful father to our boys.

I am thankful for a job in this slow economy.

Monica B said...

Thank you for doing a giveaway!! I appreciate it!
I am thankful that we have the freedom we have living in the US. And I am thankful that people like my husband (who is currently deployed) are willing to be separated from their families for long periods of time to fight for our freedom. And I'm also thankful that this pregnancy has been relatively easy so far and that my husband will be home in time for the birth!! Thanks again!

Brenda said...

I'm thankful for my new Juki, time to use it, and for a chance to win a Baby Go! cutter.

Lisa said...

Nice give away!

1. I am thankful for a beautiful daughter who has become a tremendous woman.

2. I am thankful for peaceful life.

3. I am very thankful for a healthy body.

Laura in Seattle said...

I'm thankful...

1. That I got to spend Father's Day in Colorado with my wonderful dad and mom, as well as my fantastic husband.

2. That I got to escape "June-uary" in Seattle and enjoy a few days of fabulous Colorado sunshine.

3. That I just finished my second quilt - a baby gift for a friend - and I couldn't be more excited about how it turned out! More quilts to come!

Julia said...

I am thankful that we are packed for moving this week. I am thankful for so many friends. I am thankful for the job I had. To God be the Glory.

Mini MNM's said...

I am thankful for...
This giveaway (lol J/K won't use this as one of them)
-My parents. They are so supportive
-My ability to sew. It gives me a creative outlet and some way to make a few extra dollars for my family
-A running vehicle. Doesn't seem like much until you don't have one.

Kriza said...

I am thankful for my husband's new job; for a lovely weekend at the Lake with friends and family; for my family's health.
And I would be really thankful for winning the Go! Cutter :-))

Rachel said...

Amazing giveaway! I'd love to try the Go!Baby!!!
1. I'm thankful that my 4 month old only woke up to eat once last night.
2. I am thankful that I get to stay home with my baby.
3. I am thankful that this morning in SoCal we have sunshine before noon (no "June Gloom" today!)

Megan said...

What a generous giveaway!

I am thankful for my family. We had a great low-key Father's Day weekend, which was lovely.

I am thankful for my friends who have truly been lifesavers over the past year and a half.

I am thankful for sunshine! It's been a rare treat lately and we try to enjoy every moment of it.

Amelia Poll said...

I am grateful for a lot of things right now, but three things would be:
1- My loving husband
2- That my son's fourth tooth FINALLY broke through last night (he's been super cranky for the past week...)
3- Having a place to live and food to eat

Amanda Dickson said...

Right now...I'm Thankful for:
1. My wonderful, loving husband!
2. My beautiful girls that are being rather good today!
3. Beautiful music sung in praise to God!

And, Thank you for a chance at a great giveaway!

Kris said...

What a great giveaway!
I am thankful for FAMILIES!!
I am thankful the sun is shining today.
I am thankful for great friends

Camberly and Caleb said...

I am thankful for my wonderful husband. I am thankful my job gives me enough extra money to be able to buy fun fabric. I am thankful for the breeze on a hot day.

MM4ver said...

1. For the 21 years that I had with my Borther
2. For my HUsbands unconditional support of me.
3. That we close on our new house in 3 weeks and 4 days!

Jeni baker said...

1. I am thankful for my amazing husband and my wonderful kids!
2. I am thankful for my home, even though it is currently VERY messy!
3. I am thankful that tomorrow is my daughters last day of school and that summer is here!

missmarymary said...

I'm thankful that I have a job that lets me travel.
That I have the opportunity to try new things.
That I can appreciate both joys and sorrows.

Thanks!

Michelle said...

I'm thankful for my two girls, the fact that I'm currently a stay at home mom, and for my hard-working husband.

Thanks for a great giveaway!

Brenis said...

Oh how exciting for you to be able to give one of these away!! woohoo!! Thanks for the chance! Will keep my fingers crossed for sure! LOL
I am sooo thankful for my family, and the laughter of my children!

I am soo thankful for my savior Jesus Christ, and seeing God work in our lives!

And last but not least I am thankful for summer days that hold very little responsibility so I can play with my kids! :D

woohoo!!!

Vickie said...

Thanks so much for hosting this opportunity! The more I see these babys out and about, the more I think I could use one...a lot. So...on to my 3 thankful things.

1. I am so thankful for my precious husband, children, grandchild, extended family and friends. So yeah, pretty much all the people in my life.

2. I am so thankful for the work and play in which i participate. The boundary lines of my life have fallen in pleasant places.

3. I am most thankful for Jesus Christ, who fills everything in e every way. Truly. Completely. Beyond explaining. Apart from him I have no good thing.

LfsAlot said...

I am thankful for my 2 amazing daughters who are my best friends and I am going to be a grandmother in 2 weeks. I am thankful for my health and the blessing that I am able to work at a job that I love.
AND I am thankful for this opportunity to win the Go Baby :)

Carol said...

I am thankful for the beautiful sunshine today.
i am thankful for my 2 lovely daughters.
I am thankful for my backup sewing machine since my newer machine is acting badly!

Erica said...

I am thankful for beautiful southern California weather, that my daughter is no longer sick and thus no more doctor visits this week, and that my husband works hard for our family.

paulette said...

1. I am thankful for good health and the good health of my family!
2. I am thankful for my wonderful kids and husband!
3. I am thankful for the fact that I love quilting...and that Accuquilt is so generous!! :o)
Have a wonderful week!
paulette

lovemyabbie@gmail.com said...

I am thankful my daughter and I both have wonderful fathers, I'm thankful she learned how to ride a bike last week, and I'm thankful going home is one of my favorite places to go

Christie S. said...

1. I'm thankful for my marvelous husband who lets me sew and piddle all day long.
2. I'm thankful for my two boys whom I so proud of.
3. I'm thankful for the warm weather, but wish it wasn't 100 today.

Sara said...

1. I'm thankful for my new grandson, and all of my delightful friends and family.

2. I'm thankful for a nice big sewing room and time to use it.

3. I'm thankful that I don't live near the Missouri River flooding!

Angela said...

1. Thankful for my daughters full night sleep last night!
2. Thankful for trip coming up this weekend!
3. Thankful for a wonderful hubby who doesn't give me too hard a time about my new fabric addiction.

Amy said...

Oh, fun! What a great giveaway!

Let's see... on this Monday morning I am thankful for:

1. Fresh brewed sun tea, poured straight over ice.
2. That my husband is coming home this evening
3. To do lists

michelle.bollman said...

1. I'm thankful for my loving, caring family.
2. I'm thankful for my wonderful and faithful sewing machine that has been with me through the "beginning" to learn stages of quilting.
3. I'm thankful for this blog-which inspires me to keep-on-quilting!

Sara said...

ooo what a lovely giveaway!

here's what i'm thankful for :

1. Jesus, of course!
2. my 2 nieces and my nephew, who live close by so that I can be involved in their lives
3. my health! (i never thought to be thankful for this before, but then again ... you never really know what you have until you lose it!!)

Megan said...

Thankful for...
1. my friends and family
2. being able to work from home today
3. my upcoming trip to the beach!

ecuakim said...

I'm thankful for faith, family and friends. And I'm gonna go ahead and add that I am so thankful that we are all healthy.

Wanda said...

I'm thankful for your blog, that i find all kinds of great ideas.

I"m thankful for my life as it is, not exactly how i would want it to be, but have learned to be content with it only becuase of my relationship with My Lord and Savior.

I'm thankful i have pruchased my accu cutter and LOVING it. AND I'm thankful another fellow quilter will enjoy using the "Go baby" after she wins your give-away!!!

Love your blog and Love starting my day with it!!! Thank YOU!!!

Jane said...

I am thankful for:
1. Health
2. Family
3. Technology!

Amanda said...

Thanks for hosting such an awesome giveaway!

I am thankful for:
1) My husband who always puts his family first
2) My three kids who keep me on my toes and,
3) My sewing machine, because without it, I would be a flustered, crazy and insane mommy!

Have a great week!!

ictero said...

I'm thankful that:
1. My nephew who was recently diagnosed with leukemia is a champ and is getting discharged today.
2. My job allows me to be flexible enough to make time for the really important stuff in life.
3. My 1973 Pfaff is still chugging along.

Patchwork Friends said...

1. I'm thankful that we are able to enjoy your beautifulblog.
2. i'm thankful that my grandchildren live close enough to spend their summer days with us.
3. I'm thankful that their grandfather took them with him today to do errands so I can catch up on some things.

Sameday said...

Excellent giveaway, I can see why your excited about it.

1. Thankful for my wonderful son.
2. Thankful for my brothers and sisters
3. Thankful for a great job that I was just promoted in.

Jeanette said...

1-I am thankful that I got to be with my grandmother this weekend to celebrate her 85th birthday. She is the one who brought to me my love of all things crafty.
2-I'm thankful for the beauty that surrounds me and the incredible sunset I was graced with last night on our drive home
3-I am grateful for creative women who inspire me and encourage me.

DarknLovely1913 said...

1. I am thankful that my Grandmother is home from surgery and recovering.
2. I am thankful for my sister and my father who love me unconditionally.
3. I am thankful to have all that I need and the ability to work for what I want.

KG said...

I'm thankful for the sunshine today! And for my three little boys who make my life a daily adventure. And for these blogs that give me wonderful ideas on what else to create! Thanks so much!

the mrs said...

I am thankful for a great birthday, daughter's birthday and Father's Day all in the same week.

I am thankful for a healthy body to clean up all the mess from the parties.

I am thankful for my husband's job in this unsteady economy.

Ginger said...

I'm thankful for:
1- That even though our house is taking a long time to sell, we are selling because we want to, not have to. Much less stress!
2- That my husband is able to mostly work from home.
3- That my kids are so easygoing.

Katy P. said...

I am thankful for my wonderful family, God, and my health.

Melissa K said...

1. I'm thankful for my family.
2. I'm thankful that my family has stable jobs.
3. I'm thankful that my family is in good health.

mamabug said...

I am thankful for 1, The weather has gotten so much better. 2, We got our vegetable garden planted 3, For Healthy Family, including both sets of our parents in their 80's. Thank you also for the giveaway :)k.bugbee@att.net

Melissa said...

Great give away topic!

1. I am thankful for my health.

2. I am thankful for my son and his father, I am so blessed to have them in my life.

3. I am thankful for the new life growing in my belly!

Uli said...

I'm thankful for:

1. great husband
2. great kids
3. lots of understanding when I get involved in all my crafts and don't don't do housework
(creationsbyuli at gmail dot com)

Janine said...

I am thankful for my family. I have the ability to create things. I am also thankful for are bloggers like you who share create ideas.

Thanks!

DJ Rose said...

Love this idea (and the super give away).

Today I am grateful for:
1. My daughter who turns 12 today.
2. My hubby who gives so much to everyone around him.
3. The gift to create: clothes, cuteness, quilts, cards, order. I love to create and admire my work.

Charleen said...

1. I'm thankful that all of my children are healthy and happy.
2. I'm thankful for the 38 years of marriage we've had so far.
3. I'm thankful that I have 1.5 days left of school and I can finely get some sewing done!

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