this is my hello sunshine quilt.
it makes me smile just looking at it!
it feels just like this time of year....
summer is still hanging on,
but it gives a nod to the upcoming fall weather.
I sure love this color/fabric combo!
most of the fabrics are from the new hello sunshine line by Connecting Threads. (LOVE!)
and then I added in a few stash fabrics, just for good measure.
looking at this photo I realize that I forgot to add in the green dot.
(because I used it to bind a different quilt.)
at the last minute I added in a solid navy Kona cotton.
i love how the navy really stands out...
it adds so much depth to the quilt!
size: approximately 45" x 60"
(bought at JoAnn's-hurray for clearance!)
each triangle finishes about 6" tall.
it makes me smile. a lot.
my oldest son is GOOFY and oh-so-helpful, too. :)
i sure love him!
I'm happy to tell you that Connecting Threads is offering up two bundles of fat quarters of the hello sunshine line to two of my readers! (One fat quarter bundle to each winner.) If you would like to win, please leave me a comment in this post. I will pick the winners (US and Canada only, please) in a few days. Please be sure that I have a way of contacting you should you win.
Happy Tuesday! xo
edit: the giveaway is now closed.
Even though number one never wins, I would love to be entered in the give away to make my own happy sunshine quilt.
ReplyDeleteThe pic of your son is great! Definitely one to keep.
ReplyDelete(I can be reached by email if I win)
Lovely quilt. You are right just a touch of Fall in this one. Thanks for offering up a giveaway.
ReplyDeleteI love triangles, they so much fun. They are just as great as simple squares.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun fabric line. I just loaded up a basket from Connecting Threads, but no sunshine for me.
ReplyDeleteI didn't seem my comment...will try again. Good pic of your oldest son...a sunny, summer top, and playful. You can reach me by my email
ReplyDeleteLove the happy fabric!
ReplyDeleteOh gosh, I love this quilt!!I love all of the different color pops...really came out great! Love that line of fabric too, so thanks for the opportunity!!
ReplyDeleteJust lovely! Thanks for the giveaway offer.
ReplyDeleteI was just looking at Connecting Threads and wondering how that fabric looked in real life. The colors look very cheery!
ReplyDeleteLove the chance to win
ReplyDeleteCount me in! I can always use a little more sunshine. Thanks, Amanda Jean!
ReplyDeleteI love Connecting Threads - Pick me for the fat quarter! I could use some "Sunshine" in my life
ReplyDeleteIt's been a rough year at my house!
What wonderful colors! Whether I win or not, some of this is coming to my house!
ReplyDeleteTriangle madness! I love it! The colors and pattern are lovely. Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteI've been eyeing this line! I like what you've done with it.
ReplyDeleteOh I have this fabric on my wish list right now! So CUTE!! Thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteI'd love to make a matching quilt!
ReplyDeletewhat a fun quilt, love all the colors and patterns, and that touch of navy is genius!
ReplyDeleteThis is so gorgeous! I love this color combo. :)
ReplyDeleteCute quilt! All of those triangles remind me of bunting. Love the crisp green and muted yellow colour combo in this line of fabric. Thx for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteSo simply yet so pretty...great job. Your quilt makes me think of sunshine too!
ReplyDeleteLovely quilt. I really like your helper's photo. Boys!
ReplyDeleteI love Connecting Threads and this quilt! Thanks for the opportunity!
ReplyDeleteI have been drooling over those fabrics on Connecting Threads' website, but just couldn't manage to buy them. Maybe I'll be a lucky one and win! Then I could make a beautiful quilt like yours!
ReplyDeleteI loved this line at first site! Excellent choice for the fabrics by making a triangle quilt.
ReplyDeleteAmandajean,
ReplyDeleteI would love to win connecting threads fabric. Your quilt is gorgeous! Thanks for your give away!
Cheers,
Linda
Linda@fieldhouses.net
Amanda - count me in - I love the dots and checks - thanks for a chance to win - and you said Canada too
ReplyDeleteI would love some of that fabric! It is so cheery. :)
ReplyDeletethis really is a stunning quilt. those aren't my typical colors, but i am loving it in this pattern. i could definitely use the fat quarter bundles.
ReplyDeleteLove your quilt!
ReplyDeletesuch an inspiring quilt with fantastic fabrics! love it!
ReplyDeleteI love the late addition of the navy! Thanks for a chance to win :)
ReplyDeleteHello,
ReplyDeleteWould love the chance to win.
Amazing colour choice. I would not have thought these go together. However, they go together beautifully.
sandra(dot)klassen(at)pobox(dot)com
I love the colours in this quilt! And I would love to win a bundle of the fabric! Thank you!
ReplyDeleteperfect quilt top. excellent blog. :)
ReplyDeleteAlthough I have ordered books and tools from Connecting Threads - I have yet to order fabric from there. Maybe I will get a chance to see what all the excitement is about!
ReplyDeleteThis is a beautiful collection and I like what you've done with it
ReplyDeleteWhat an adorable line! It would be perfect for my twin niece and nephew. I love how happy it is and I love the cute triangles. (Oh, I also am a fan of Joann's clearance. You never know what you can find.)
ReplyDeleteThe quilt is beautiful. I would love a chance to win.
ReplyDeleteWow that is lovely! Your son made me laugh!
ReplyDeleteLove that quilt...i need to find that ruler!
ReplyDeleteBoppiesgirl at gmail dot com
What a beautiful quilt! I love the added navy. I have been really wanting that clothes print from this collection. Thanks!
ReplyDeletei'd like to win! thanks for hosting the give away
ReplyDeleteHow odd that I am the second LIndy to leave a comment. Doesn't happen hardly ever! "Met" you through my daughter's blog on Margaret's Hope chest. Love the fabric. Thanks for the chance to win it.
ReplyDeleteLove your quilt! Love the fabrics!
ReplyDeleteI would really love to win
for once.
Thanks for a chance at a great give-away!
Too bad your son is so shy.
He really needs to express his personality more. :-D
(he won't be reading this right?) They're so much fun at this
age. Dare I say cute?
chris.luba@sympatico.ca
What a great quilt. The darker fabrics work so well with the other fabrics...would love to win the fabric!
ReplyDeleteLove Connecting Threads fabrics! Love the quilt too!
ReplyDeleteGreat quilt! Would love to be a winner!!!
ReplyDeleteI love this quilt! The navy you added is perfection.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great quilt - love the colour combo!
ReplyDeleteI love this quilt and the colors are perfect for the "fall is coming" theme. I, also, buy fabrics from Connecting Thread and have never been disappointed.
ReplyDeletehooray for goofy kids and sunshiney fabrics!
ReplyDeletethose colours are gorgeous! I'd love to win a FQ bundle!
ReplyDeleteSuch a fun quilt! It makes me smile too! :) thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteI would love to win these fabrics!
ReplyDeleteUnique color combination! Love it! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteWow, what a lovely quilt! I'd love to be able to say "Hello, Sunshine" after days of rain from Isaac (but we were sooo blessed here in FL to be passed by--our prayers are with those still to be affected by Isaac).
ReplyDeleteLove the outtake shot! I have a similar one from the only "photo shoot" style thing I've done, where my arms got tired from holding up a quilt while hubby took photos, so I can definitely relate :) Thank you for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteI love those fabrics! They look so perfect together. I wonder if my local quilting shop has them yet...
ReplyDeletejolie.altman@gmail.com
Great quilt...I have been itching to make a triangles quilt and would love to win this fabric! Good luck all!
ReplyDeleteIt is the perfect quilt for 'back to school'. Part summer (greens) and part fall (oranges/yellows).
ReplyDeleteFirst off, I have to tell you Amanda Jean that you were the first quilting blog I ever started following when I first started quilting.
ReplyDeleteI've been noticing you using Connecting Thread's fabrics a lot recently and have been intrigued to try them. I especially love the illustrated prints in the stack you used.
Awesome! I could use some more sunshine in my life!
ReplyDeleteHello Sunshine is such a cheerful group of fabrics. :)
ReplyDeleteThat's such a fun quilt! I really like the fabrics.
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It looks like blogger got rid of my "at" and "dot" in my email address above. Oops.
ReplyDeletecounselorbobbi at yahoo dot com
Thanks for the giveaway! Beautiful quilt!
ReplyDeleteThe quilt is beautiful. Thanks for the chance
ReplyDeleteHi Amanda, those are some gorgeous fabrics and I love your quilt...that Kona navy really does POP! Thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteOooh, I would love to win!
ReplyDeletecshamp at hotmail dot com
Awesome colors! Pick me please!
ReplyDeleteOkay, did I just leave a comment? It did not show. I will say it again just in case. I would love to win this to make a baby quilt for my friend!
ReplyDeleteThose really are great summer into fall colors! Lovely!
ReplyDeleteThis fabric and your quilt makes me happy just looking at it.
ReplyDeleteThat is sew pretty. I am loving triangle quilts. I just might have to copy you.
ReplyDeleteThe photo of your quilt top wrapped around your son is my favorite. Nice quilt top!
ReplyDeleteLooks fabulous. That navy solid really does make a huge difference. So lovely that your son helps!
ReplyDeleteOh I would love to win such gorgeous fabric! I could definitely put it to good use! Thanks for the chance to win. jacy468 at aim dot com
ReplyDeleteLove the quilt
ReplyDeleteI love your quilt, even more than I love that fabric line - and that's saying a lot! I've been eyeing it for a few days now - so thanks for the chance to win some!!!
ReplyDeleteLove!!! <3
ReplyDeleteI love Connecting Threads fabrics and use them all the time. It would be great to win some!
ReplyDeleteI love the fabrics you used!! I have never tried fabric from Connecting Threads, but would love a chance to win some. (of course that might just start another addiction!)
ReplyDeleteOOOOH, I love the Hello Sunshine line! It is so fun and cheery! And your quilt looks great---simple, quick and easy! Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteNice job. At first, I thought, "now why in the world would someone use that dark fabric in there?" But you balanced the placement and you said it just right...it's DEPTH ! Yes ! You've taught this old quilter a new lesson.......thank you.
ReplyDeleteAnd I'd love to see what I could do with a set of these fat quarters. Sign me up !
Love it!
ReplyDeleteheers04 at msn dot com
Such a pretty quilt! And Joann's clearance is my favorite!! :) Thanks!
ReplyDeleteAmy suzysetter(at)cox(dot)net
Beautiful quilt, Amanda! I have been wanting to try a triangle quilt, too. Those fabrics are lovely. Thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteDeifinitely looks like the end of summer with fall on th horizon!
ReplyDeleteThe colors are great. Very cheery.
ReplyDeleteIt is Denise S here...dlkedv@yahoo.com...In my first post, I forgot to leave contact info for when I wim! So here is my email.
ReplyDeletesuch cheerful fabrics!
ReplyDeleteThat's a gorgeous quilt! I love connecting threads.
ReplyDeleteSuch happy fabric - I love the quilt!! -- Emily
ReplyDeleteOh my, but I love this fabric. I have been trying to decide which patterns to buy. But first I need some $$ so winning here would be wonderful! Your quilt is beautiful! I recognized the fabric right away.
ReplyDeleteI must def try a triangle quilt. All the ones I see are so great and I am definitely interesting in working with CT fabrics . Have always wondered what the quality is like
ReplyDeleteI enjoy your quilts and I love CT! and I need some sunshine!
ReplyDeletekarb- if I win I'll send e-mail addy.
What a great quilt - and I have that ruler!!
ReplyDeleteVery cute quilt! Thanks for the give away!
ReplyDeleteReally, really nice and cheerful. This collection just make it so. Thanks for posting this giveaway.
ReplyDeleteI really like this quilt. Connecting Threads fabric is a perfect choice. Can you do a tutorial on making an equilateral quilt, if you haven't already?
ReplyDeleteI adore that quilt... I am still afraid of triangles. Love the colors! Would love to win..My son is 26 and he is still goofy and makes me laugh! I count on it..It is such a blessing.
ReplyDeleteI sure love those colors.
ReplyDeleteI'm in love with non-HST triangle quilts right now - just finished a top from equilateral triangles an hour ago!
ReplyDeleteOh, my! I'm expecting a delivery from CT tomorrow and it includes a Sunshine bundle!! Wouldn't mind having another especially since I've seen it made up! Very pretty. Thanks to you and CT for a fab giveaway.
ReplyDeleteGreat quilt! Thanks for the chance to win!!
ReplyDeleteSuch fun happy fabrics. Thanks for the chance.
ReplyDeleteGreat quilt and great fabric! What a happy marriage :)
ReplyDeleteI'd like to make a triangle quilt too. Yours turned out very nicely, I see what you mean about the navy really adding something important to the quilt top. Thanks for the giveaway.
ReplyDeleteLove the quilt!! I have some of this fabric in my cart at CT. I think I'll hold off on the order for a day or two, maybe it will be my lucky day. It's such a bright happy line of fabric.
ReplyDeleteI love Connecting Threads too, especially their Tangerine Thread, I use it on quilts of all colors! I love to get their catalog in the mail too with all the new holiday projects to make! Would be delighted to win their bundle of Sunshine fabrics! jezibels at comcast dot net
ReplyDeleteI'm jumping in, I just purchased your book from them a bit ago. It already is looking dog eared and ragged, don't cha love it?!?
ReplyDelete:-}pokey
Oh, what a marvelous quilt! I'd LOVE to be entered in the giveaway offer. I buy from Connecting Threads, too, and am very happy with their fabric. I've been wanting to make an equilateral triangle quilt for ages, and this group of fabrics just inspired me. If I do not win, I'm going to make this anyway!
ReplyDeleteI can be reached at seawaif@yahoo.com
I love your quilt! Cute fabric! I love Connecting Threads fabric and thread!
ReplyDeleteI'm just learning (from a particularly bad fabric choice on a project that's now on the shelf) that you have to love your fabrics in order to have the motivation to finish. I love these fabrics!
ReplyDeleteI've been seeing a lot of triangle quilts lately - very inspiring. I'm just learning to use a sewing machine and I'm looking forward to building a fabric stash of my own!
ReplyDeleteI'd LOVE a bundle! christina112358 at gmail dot com
ReplyDeleteLovely! That's not my normal color palate, but I have to agree with you, it's just so sunny and happy.
ReplyDeleteThere's something in the air with those equilateral triangles - I just finished a quilt like that, too!
I've had my eye on this fabric line; I would love to win some. Thanks for the chance at your giveaway.
ReplyDeleteI love this quilt! The triangles and selection of fabric are great together.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful quilt.. sure would love to win a chance to play with those colors myself! Sigh.. summer isn't just hanging on, it still has us in a death grip. Could use some autumn here! Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteI love the clothesline print! And the outtake. I get outtakes like that from my helper husband.
ReplyDeleteWhat great fabrics! And I love the triangles!
ReplyDeleteOh, I love that quilt. I need to get quilting! I'm starting to love orange- ever since meeting. Still don't have much in my scrap bin, but I'm working on it. I'd love to win the fat quarter bundle. rnkpedrow at gmail dot com
ReplyDeleteYummy fabric! Love it!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful quilt! Just love your blog and work :) jd.mann@sasktel.net
ReplyDeleteYou are right - these fabrics do look like summer!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the giveaway!
That color combo is fantastic! You never cease to amaze me. I would love to have some of those for myself :) Thanks!
ReplyDeleteI love this quilt (and the fabrics)
ReplyDeleteI'm loving those fabrics, and those triangles!
ReplyDeleteI love this line of fabric and you are right it does make you happy by looking at it. If it was scented, it would smell of sunshine and lemons.
ReplyDeleteThis really is a cheerful happy quilt. Love those colors!
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ReplyDeletelove your quilt - a triangle quilt is on the top of my list to make. I was just admiring this line the other day and have it added to my basket - got be my favourite line from Connecting Threads thus far. Thanks for the opportunity!
ReplyDelete(sorry if this comes up twice - I'm having some blogger issues!)
I love the color combinations in this quilt.
ReplyDeleteWhat a stunning color combo! And I do love that pop of depth that the navy adds. Thanks for the chance.
ReplyDeleteI love reading your blog because you share what you have to smile about!!!
ReplyDeleteLove that colors! And great picture of your son :)
ReplyDeleteLove the quilt, thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteLove Connecting Threads, Love the new fabric lines! LOVE your quilt!
ReplyDeleteSo amazing! I just love the colors..and the triangles! Hard to piece?
ReplyDeleteOoo...pick me, pick me!
I love the colors and prints in that collection! Thanks for the chance.
ReplyDeleteGreat colors! Love it! Thanks for the give away.
ReplyDeleteI love Connecting Threads!! Great stuff!
ReplyDeleteLove the quilt! You have such a good 'eye' for colors! Thanks for the opportunity for treasures!
ReplyDeleteBecause it truly is a cheerful collection, please enter me! I'd love to win!
ReplyDeleteLove your quilt "Hello Sunshine"! It is beautiful. I would love to win a fat quarter bundle. Keep quilting, love to see all your new creations.
ReplyDeleteLove your quilt! Maybe I have a chance to win your giveaway so I can make one also.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing inspiration, Beth in AL
Great quilt! I have had a triangle quilt stuck in my head for a while... I have a growing stack of fabric that I will use to make it (whenever I get to it!)... it would be really fun to add in some of these. Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the give away. Love your blog!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful fabrics! Thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteTriangles... Got to give them a try. Love your quilt! Thanks for sharing
ReplyDeleteI love this quilt! Actually I love all of yours!
ReplyDeleteMelissa Schlag
mls_nds6405@yahoo.com
thank you Amandajean for all your helpful tips and inspiring quilts. I have learned so much from you! and you don't even know who I am! love your quilt photo helper too!
ReplyDeleteI love triangles!
ReplyDeleteI love navy! It does look great in your quilt, good addition :) Your quilt is very fun, and I love your "helper" my son does the same thing when he's holding quilts for me, total goofball!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great quilt! Thanks for the giveaway and the chance to win the fat quarter bundle.
ReplyDelete(supermomnocape at yahoo dot com)
Love love love the depth added with the navy! Definitely adds a lot to the quilt.
ReplyDeleteonce again, I love another one of your quilts! For me, its the oranges & greens that grab me! my favorite colours ever!
ReplyDeleteThe navy is what draws me to this quilt. I'm so glad you put it in there! Love all the colors of this, actually. It's a great "guy" quilt--I have to remember this for my own crafting. :)
ReplyDeleteI have recently found your blog and I love it. I am even going back through and reading all of your posts. I have thought about quilting for a while and you have inspired me to dive right in! I am building up my stash so these would be great to win!
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous quilt top!!!
ReplyDeletewww.cheerfulhomemaker.com
Oh my heart. Beautiful! I would love to win some.
ReplyDeleteI love the fabric and the tri tool ruler! I almost bought that last week but opted for the EZ Dresden ruler instead. Definitely going back to get this one!
ReplyDeleteI need more fabric and projects like I need a hole in the head, but those sure are pretty colors.
ReplyDeleteLove your quilt. I keep eyeballing that style but haven't yet ventured into making one.
reklimes at usfamily dot net
I love your fun quilt! Thank you for sharing it with us! I just became acquainted with Connecting Threads, and their fabrics look really fun and colorful. Oh, and I just wanted to say too...A huge THANKS for all of your wonderful tutorials! Your binding tutorial comes in handy each time I am binding a quilt (which I am still getting the hang of). What a blessing you are to all of us quilters! :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful give away. Please put my name in the drawing.
ReplyDeleteI love that color combo too, and I want to do a quilt with all the prisms like yours.
ReplyDeletewhat a beautiful give away!!! this fabric line is lovely to win!! thank you for the opportunity to win!
ReplyDeleteDonna
Love the triangles and I love reading your blog!
ReplyDeleteI actually feel a little sad when you skip a few days Thanks for a chance to win
Lindasdream41@yahoo
Linda
Love the photo of the quilt with arms. ;)
ReplyDeletelovely lovely fabric would like to put my name in to win
ReplyDeleteDonna
amymcg@telus.net
That's such a great quilt; you're right, the navy does make it! Count me in - I'd love to get some fabric to play with!
ReplyDeleteltenhage@gmail.com
This really is an amazingly perfect picture of the transition from summer to fall. Thanks so much for sharing these great fabrics!
ReplyDeleteThat quilt is adorable! I love the triangles, even though I'm not normally and triangle fan!
ReplyDeleteI love those fabrics -- they're cheerful and relaxing at the same time! It's a great quilt. :)
ReplyDeleteI absolutely loved this quilt and would love to win some fabric to make my own! Thanks for the opportunity to win.
ReplyDeletegreat quilt. I love your helper!! Isn't it funny what they can do!!
ReplyDeleteI love Connecting Threads -- love their fabric, thread and Customer Service! (And I love your quilt!) Florence
ReplyDeletepnf1965@warwick.net -- just in case
Great boy fabrics, just what I need. :)
ReplyDeleteThe navy was definitely a good call. And I love the larger triangles--they really showcase the fabric. Thanks for the great give away.
ReplyDeleteOoh. Love that quilt. So summery (as summer is almost at a close here in Atlantic Canada...sad) and cheerful. Thanks for the chance and thanks to Connecting Threads...
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chance to win this fun fabric!
ReplyDeleteLove the quilt!
ReplyDeleteOH how fun. That is a pretty bundle!
ReplyDeletebrookeali(at)hotmail.com
I love your quilt! I have never used any Connecting Threads fabric. Hope to win this and give it a try! Thanks so much to you and Connecting Threads for the give away!
ReplyDeleteLove, love, love your Sunshine quilt. It's absolutely darling...
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chance to win.
I love these colors too! Ive had my eyes on these fabrics since they came out. thanks for the chance to win. love the Michigan pictures by the way.
ReplyDeleteLove the giveaway! Love the wonderful triangle quilt you made and the fabric additions!! Mcantril@kc.rr.com
ReplyDeleteThe outtakes are the best photos for memories, are they not? I've used a few of the connecting threads fabrics, they are nice.
ReplyDeleteGreat quilt - love the outtake shot!
ReplyDeleteCute quilt! Nice fabrics.
ReplyDeleteOh how lovely!!!
ReplyDeletewhat a gorgeous quilt, you are so right in your description of the sunshine-iness of it.
beautiful!! as always,
xo
eva
amazing quilt- as always! you inspire me. hopefully I can finish up a quilt or two this year!
ReplyDeleteThat is a fantastic quilt. I see why you love to peek at it so much! The colors are amazing and I like the pattern you selected. Enjoy your last few days of summer :) Take care, Ann
ReplyDeleteWhat a great quilt, love the addition of navy to the mix. Thanks for a chance to win a bundle of sunshine for myself.
ReplyDeleteI just love this quilt! The fabric is gorgeous. llsieg (at) earthlink dot net
ReplyDeleteLOVE Connecting Threads! I've been admiring this fabric!
ReplyDeleteLove the triangles...I need to make me a triangle quilt now :)
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