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We have a winner | Kin-Cha-Ku bag pattern

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Winner announced patchwork bagCongratulations Brenda, you are the winner of my May is For Makers contest for the Kin-Cha-Ku Patchwork bag pattern. See the giveaway post here. See below her comment, number six.

Good Morning Scarlett! I have been following along with the May is for Makers by the blogs that I follow. It has been so wonderful to learn about new people and seeing so many buying items.

I follow you by CraftGossip Newsletter and always am excited to see what you have to share and end up following new blogs and following a lot more of your links. I learn so much along the way.

I follow a blog From My Carolina Home and Carole is sharing a Mystery Quilt again this year that I am participating in. Last year she did a Mystery Quilt that is my favorite pattern using scraps and the quilt resides on my bed.

Thank You for all you do and share on this blog site. Have a fantastic creative day!

Your are welcome Brenda. Writing for the [email protected] blog for the last seven years has been a pleasure. Much of that enjoyment has to do with readers like you. And to all the generous souls who share their sewing/quilting/crafting skills through free patterns and tutorials, I thank you!

Comments

  1. Oh Scarlett, I am all giggles and excited to win this fabulous Patchwork Bag Pattern! This is just so exciting. Not only will I make one or two bags for myself, I know each of my 3 daughters and 1 niece will love to receive the bags I make for them for Christmas!

    Thank you so much for hosting this give away, supporting the bloggers, designers who share patterns with all of us as a way of saying thank you to them. I always enjoy your posts and following the links that you have included.

    I truly am delighted to be the winner of this give away and will continue to read and support your posts because they; are great and informative! Have a fantastic creative day!

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Rediscover the Charm of Old Maid’s Puzzle Quilt Patterns With These 26 Patterns

There’s something magical about quilt patterns that have stood the test of time, and the Old Maid’s Puzzle quilt block is no exception. This classic design, with its intricate geometry and timeless appeal, has captured the hearts of quilters for generations. Whether you’re a seasoned quilting enthusiast or just starting your journey, this roundup of 26 Old Maid’s Puzzle Quilt Patterns is brimming with inspiration to suit every skill level.

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The Old Maid’s Puzzle block is part of the rich legacy of puzzle quilt blocks, which became popular in the 19th century. These designs often featured interlocking shapes, symbolizing interconnectedness and complexity, much like the lives of those who pieced them together. The Old Maid’s Puzzle block, with its distinctive angular pattern, earned its name from its resemblance to a game or riddle—a playful nod to the art of creating order from scraps and fragments.

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