I love having a specific day to say thanks. It helps me remember to think about what I have.
And that makes me happy.
Right now, I am together with family. And it’s comfortable. I love chatting and laughing and reminiscing and, of course, eating good food. And yeah, I don’t even mind the teasing and the old embarrassing stories that are shared. And believe me, there are plenty to be told amongst all 7 of us siblings.
I wasn’t going to hop on the computer at all today. But I just had to for one second. And say thanks.
Blogging has been such a great outlet for me. And such a nice way to release some of these pent up ideas…….and share them. Sometimes they’re crazy ideas and sometimes they seriously fail. But you have all been so kind. And so encouraging. And many of you have even become friends of mine. I know I say this a lot……but I seriously wish I could lasso you all in, cram you inside my family room, and craft/sew with you in person. And talk and laugh and, well, of course eat treats! ;) (It may drive my husband crazy to have that much estrogen all in our house at the same time…..haha.) But the closest way I can think of to have you all come over and work on a project together…….is to give away some of my patterns from my little pattern shop. And then this Saturday at 3:17 p.m., we can all work on the same thing over Skype. Haha……just kidding. But we can pretend.
Anyway, the first 30 people (Sorry….the first 30 were already chosen)to leave a comment on this post (with their email address), can choose whatever pattern they want from my pattern shop here.
And then I will send you the PDF file right to your email inbox.
If I had a shop full of pre-made items……I’d send some of those too. But I don’t. Darn.
But I just wanted to somehow say an extra great big thank you.
And I hope those of you who celebrate, had a wonderful Thanksgiving today.
!!!!!!Giveaway Closed!!!!!
30 winners were notified
Hi, I’m Ashley—the DIY-enthusiast behind this crazy blog!
I just found this and I love it!
Give credit where credit is due sister – I showed you!
HA! Okay okay!
Love your purse pattern and your blog, one of my fav’s!!
jenrsharpe@yahoo.com
I know that I’m waaaaay too late for the giveaway but I wanted to tell you that your blog is by far my favorite. You have taught me so much about sewing and have brought out a talent that I didn’t know I had. Thank you so much for teaching us new projects and basic techniques. You are so creative. I recommend your blog to every crafty person I know. Thank you so much for all the time you put into your blog. :)
This is the best deal you’ve gotten from Raining Hot Coupons. I love it!!!
I missed out on the giveaway, but just wanted to say how awesome I think this was. You are extremely talented and what a giving heart you have! I’m so very glad I found your sweet blog! Would have loved that that little maddy dress, but will wait for the next time around. Keep up beautiful sewing!
Happy Thanksgiving! I’m Canadian, so we’ve already had ours long ago, but greetings to all your American neighbo(u)rs. I also nearly cried when I realized how much I missed this giveaway by. I love your blog, patterns, and neat ideas, Ashley! Thank you. p.s. If you are still giving away those patters… this wannabee creative new mom would love one!
*you not your and *patterns… :) They do teach us grammar in Canada, although sometimes we have different spellings than you.
I cryed when I saw this post and realized that I missed it. And for a long time have been wanting the boy booties because we are expecting a boy soon and would love to make him some of those booties. Could I get one too?? :(
please please please please.
Lyudmilochka.g@gmail.com
Aw I’m too late.
What a generous offer :) A little late for me, but what fun for the ones who saw this in time! Thanks for all your inspiring ideas!! You’re super mom!
I am way too late, but still want to say ‘thank you’ too (for all the awesome stuff here) and Happy Thanksgiving & holiday season!
Too late for a pattern, but just wanted to say–happy Thanksgiving! I’m grateful that your’e generous in sharing your talents with all of us.
I’m sad I missed it! But I still love your site :)
Wow! Thanks for this!!! I love the little guy tie and would be thrilled to have the pattern!
OOHHH I am so late for this post…. I love all your things, any girly pattern would be perfect for me…
Well, Happy Thanksgiving!!!
Well, I missed that one by … a bunch!!! Oh, well, I hope your Thanksgiving was just awesome!
Sonja
sonja_sings(at)hotmail(dot)com
I really like your Darla Purse!
Hi!
It´s a wonderful thing to feel grateful:) I´m also grateful for the simple things I have in my life…for my family, my health and my work! Wish you all the best.
I´m far from being in the first 30 but I´d like to say that I love the Abigail shoes! They´re so darling!!
Sending you this comment from Portugal,
Sonia Lopes
Thank you for your ideas and abilities to spark my own creative juices. You are appreciated. Thank you.
I know that I don´t win. But I want to say that I follow you ervery day from Hamburg/Germany.
You´ve got great ideas.
Even though I was out all day and was not a winner in your pattern giveaway – I STILL think you are terrific! Thanks so much for all you do!
I’m nowhere near the top 30, but still want you to know how much I enjoy your blog and the wonderful creations you share. You’re fantastic inspiration for a sewing mummy like me! :)
I am thankful that you are so willing to share your talent and inspiration with all of us.
I don’t know if I’ll make it… a lot of people didn’t include e-mails, so….
rae_adropofgoldensun @ hotmail . com
If not, thanks for the daily inspiration, and I hope your holiday was great!
Well, I may not be in the top 30 but I am still grateful for your blog so full of ideas and such. Thank you.
Ashley, finding your blog had made me dust off my serger & sewing machine. You are such an inspiration. For that, thank you…
OH…I wish I was number 30:) I love your ideas and your blog!!! You are amazing!
Just wanted to say Happy Thanksgiving and love your site!
Thank you so much for all your cute creative posts. I love it! I have made so many fun things after being inspired by you, and it brings so much pleasure into my life. Thanks!!
Love, Love, Love your site!! I am not creative, so I use your creativity to help me on my way!!
First 30 ??? You’re way more popular/famous than that! Love your cheerful creations. Mary Poppins and Bert are terrific!!!
Thank you for inspiring my creative energy. I might not be able to make things, but it is always fun to be inspired!
I know I don’t get a pattern but I wanted to say thank you to YOU. You are an inspiration on so many levels and you’ve taught so many of us wonderful things. Today as I think about what I’m grateful for, I see you and your blog on the list. Happy Thanksgiving!!
Oh I missed out :( happy Thanksgiving and thanks for all the wonderful crafty tips!!!
Happy Thanksgiving!
rachelannjeanette at gmail dot com
I missed out too and only an hour after you posted! But love your blog. =0)
Happy Thanksgiving! Thank you for your inspiring blog! You’re awesome. Wish I was on earlier; I would have loved the tie pattern =D