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Tuesday, August 4, 2009

Celebration: 100th blog post and Giveaway!


WOW summer is flying by. I hope you are enjoying your summer. I have been busy enjoying summer with my family and staying cool in a recent heat wave which has meant a little less sewing than usual. But things are back in swing now. I managed to complete the back patio renovation as mentioned in a previous post.

Et Voila! My updated patio set:

Amy Butler's Midwest Modern II was used for this set in 2 coordinating fabrics. I love the bright cheery colors for summer.

It's now August, and it's been about a year and a half since I started writing about my sewing adventures. This post marks the 100th post and I think a celebration is in order don't you?

I am giving away this Multi-tasker tote done up in Midwest Modern II. I have made several versions of this tote and having used it myself for the last couple months, I can say that this tote is very handy ~ Perfect size, lots of room but not too unwieldy and plenty of storage. It's the perfect anywhere bag.


You might recognize the fabric? I did have lots leftovers after all.


To enter the giveaway simply leave a comment on this post. The winner will be announced Aug 12th. Happy Sewing!




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72 comments:

  1. RenaeAugust 4, 2009 at 9:14 PM

    Wow, that is BEAUTIFUL! I LOVE it!

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  2. twrightgirlAugust 4, 2009 at 9:22 PM

    those cushions are perfect. great job!

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  3. Renee GAugust 4, 2009 at 9:27 PM

    These are lovely. Love how this makes your patio look so cheery.
    And please enter me.
    rsgrandinetti@yahoo.com

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  4. chocohollyAugust 4, 2009 at 9:28 PM

    The patio looks just lovely. Beautiful stuff! : )

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  5. RobinAugust 4, 2009 at 10:19 PM

    looks great Caroline!
    You did a fantastic job and glad to see you blogging again!

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  6. LeahAugust 4, 2009 at 10:40 PM

    Beautiful work - enjoy your summer!

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  7. AstridAugust 5, 2009 at 1:15 AM

    Congrats on the anniversary - the set is just beautiful! Makes me want to do the same for our sad garden furniture... I love the tote, so I'll be keeping my fingers crossed! :)

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  8. willow and mooAugust 5, 2009 at 2:53 AM

    Congratulations on 100!

    Your outdoor furniture makeover is fabulous!

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  9. AnonymousAugust 5, 2009 at 3:55 AM

    The new furniture covers look fabulous! So cheery!!

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  10. TracyAugust 5, 2009 at 4:03 AM

    You are so talented! Love your new patio set!

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  11. kayecreatesAugust 5, 2009 at 4:50 AM

    You did a great job on your patio and front porch makeovers. Wonderful fabric choices. I saw a tutorial for this bag on the diybaglover blog and had thought about trying to make myself one, but it would be so much more fun to win one. Congrats on your 100th post. Millerkaye@hotmail.com

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  12. kristinAugust 5, 2009 at 4:52 AM

    Beautiful. Looks like something you would see at Anthropologie.

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  13. Sew Happily Ever AfterAugust 5, 2009 at 4:56 AM

    looks great! LOVE any AB fabric. such a fun and summery combo!
    maadrose at sbcglobal dot net

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  14. demicmicAugust 5, 2009 at 5:01 AM

    Gorgeous as usual. Love those bright colors.

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  15. GandksmomAugust 5, 2009 at 5:21 AM

    I am always looking for the "right" size tote. I love the set you made for your outdoor furniture! It's bright and cheery and just perfect for that summer night dinner!

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  16. cindyAugust 5, 2009 at 5:34 AM

    They look fabulous!

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  17. JessAugust 5, 2009 at 5:47 AM

    Girl! I've been stalking your blog for new update pics and it turned out amazing! Your table us breath-taking!

    And the new bag is brilliant. Love it all!

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  18. kayecreatesAugust 5, 2009 at 6:53 AM

    oops! When I said I saw a tutorial for your purse I was mistaken. I saw a pattern for sale on Sew Mama Sew website. I looked at too many things at once and got confused. Sorry

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  19. TabithaAugust 5, 2009 at 6:55 AM

    Beautiful and bright just perfect for summer dining!

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  20. sandyandcosmoAugust 5, 2009 at 6:56 AM

    Great job! I love your color combinations. Thanks for the giveaway!

    sandyandcosmo(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  21. JenAugust 5, 2009 at 7:10 AM

    The set looks beautiful....I love it!

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  22. Julie R.August 5, 2009 at 7:45 AM

    Caroline - love it! Where do you find the time?! Your patio looks gorgeous!

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  23. vanlamAugust 5, 2009 at 8:22 AM

    Great job on the patio set! Your talent always amazes me :)

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  24. DianeYAugust 5, 2009 at 8:41 AM

    Your patio looks delicious-reminds me of sherbet!

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  25. Must be in the DirtAugust 5, 2009 at 8:52 AM

    I love the bright colors. I really need to find time to redo my patio cushions.

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  26. Megan of Fabric LoveAugust 5, 2009 at 9:04 AM

    How pretty! I love your choice of fabrics, and would love to see more of this tote!

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  27. random-charmAugust 5, 2009 at 10:29 AM

    That looks really yummy! And I have to admit I'm not usually a fan of AB. You make it work for me! I came over from SMS but I usually see you on DFS. Congrats on your 100th post!

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  28. SarahAugust 5, 2009 at 10:32 AM

    Beautiful patio set! Yay on your 100th post!

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  29. DeeAugust 5, 2009 at 10:45 AM

    Congrats on the milestone!! The patio set is beautiful :)

    mintdee@gmail.com

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  30. SandyQuiltsAugust 5, 2009 at 12:04 PM

    Oh how pretty. Please throw me into the pot.

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  31. Harley DeeAugust 5, 2009 at 12:07 PM

    I love that set, it's beautiful! Glad I found your blog :)

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  32. JennaAugust 5, 2009 at 12:09 PM

    Congratulations on your 100th post!! I love the patio set it is so beautiful!! I have just found your blog and I will continue to enjoy it Thank you

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  33. Michelle GreeneAugust 5, 2009 at 12:15 PM

    Love the patio re-do you did a beautiful job LOVE the color combination. You have GREAT taste!

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  34. AnonymousAugust 5, 2009 at 1:43 PM

    Great photos - to submit them to the Midwest Modern contest please email them to contest@amybutlerdesign.com.

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  35. AimeeAugust 5, 2009 at 3:52 PM

    WOW! Beautiful job!! I found you via flickr & I keep staring at your photos. Love it!

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  36. MegAugust 5, 2009 at 4:41 PM

    Oh, so pretty! Love the fabric combo! Would love to win it!
    mvansciver@gmail.com

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  37. UnknownAugust 5, 2009 at 4:54 PM

    OMG!!! I love the color combination! How cheery.

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  38. LeslieAugust 5, 2009 at 4:57 PM

    This is my first visit to your blog. Beautiful work! This outdoor set is so cheery and inviting. Lovely tote too. I'll be visiting again :-)

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  39. JoannaAugust 5, 2009 at 6:10 PM

    Wow! Your patio set is gorgeous!! I'm inspired now to do something with my blah back yard! (the tote is nice, too...:)

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  40. Little MunchkinsAugust 5, 2009 at 6:45 PM

    Your patio looks amazing! I would love to be lounging around there in summer for sure.

    The tote bag is gorgeous. Thanks for the giveaway!

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  41. indywriterAugust 5, 2009 at 6:55 PM

    Your fabric choices are perfect summer! Could you share what you used for padding? How will it hold up to rain? Or are these always taken inside for the night?

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  42. TamAugust 5, 2009 at 7:26 PM

    Love the chair covers...so so summery!

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  43. melissapensAugust 5, 2009 at 7:40 PM

    wow! your patio looks great! it would be such a treat to win something you've made.

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  44. craftytammieAugust 5, 2009 at 7:52 PM

    beautiful tote and patio set! love it!

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  45. Genevieve PAugust 5, 2009 at 8:26 PM

    Oh I love those colors! Great job.
    parknj at verizon dot net

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  46. Cheryl ArkisonAugust 5, 2009 at 8:28 PM

    Oh, I would eat outside for every meal, rain or shine!

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  47. LaurieAugust 5, 2009 at 9:04 PM

    I love the fabric you chose for your patio. You did a great job.

    Thanks for the giveaway.

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  48. Mayya @ Sew Chic and UniqueAugust 5, 2009 at 10:24 PM

    Congrats on the 100th posts, and may you celebrate many more hundreds :)

    Love the table setting so summery and the bag is beautiful

    I simply love giveaways :)

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  49. Deb (Two Cheeky Monkeys)August 5, 2009 at 10:52 PM

    Congratulations!!! That colourful tote would definitely brighten up our southern hemisphere winter days!!!

    twocheekymonkeys@live.com

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  50. Caroline ~ TrilliumDesignAugust 6, 2009 at 9:26 AM

    indywriter I used nu-foam which is really a very dense poly-fiber fill product - supposed to hold up to rain and the like however I don't leave these out when not in use simply b/c the sun is bright enough here that these would fade very quickly. I doubt the cotton fabric on the covers will hold up to weather for long. These are put in a storage box on the patio when not in use.

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  51. AmandaAugust 6, 2009 at 10:57 AM

    I love the bag, and the patio set. The prints are lots of fun!

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  52. TriciaAugust 6, 2009 at 11:21 AM

    Your patio set looks awesome! And a great giveaway too :)

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  53. LenaAugust 6, 2009 at 11:35 AM

    Congrats on your 100th post. The backyard looks inviting. Love that tote, fabric choices are great.

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  54. CathyAugust 6, 2009 at 7:26 PM

    Stunning....the colors and decor of your backyard are beautiful!!! Great project!! I love the tote too....so pretty!

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  55. pheno_02@hotmail.comAugust 6, 2009 at 8:58 PM

    Love the patio set. Definitely cheery and what an accomplishment to get such a big project finished!

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  56. HolliAugust 6, 2009 at 9:28 PM

    What a beautiful patio set. A great giveaway too. Thank you for hosting the giveaway.

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  57. bobbininAugust 7, 2009 at 4:11 AM

    What a great patio set. It makes me want to dash out and buy some new garden furniture! I hope you have some time to relax in your lovely garden.

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  58. Chris ZAugust 7, 2009 at 9:06 AM

    Great job on the patio set... Love the tote.

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  59. MadeleineAugust 7, 2009 at 12:02 PM

    Wow - I'd love to see your patio in person - looks lovely! Your giveaway is so popular - you should do one a month :-) Glad to hear you are being so productive and enjoying the summer! M

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  60. MaryAugust 7, 2009 at 1:02 PM

    I love the patio set, too! Thanks for offering a giveaway -- they're always such fun!

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  61. TiffanyAugust 7, 2009 at 5:45 PM

    I love the vibrant colors of that bag, and be honored to win it! Thanks for being so generous and sharing it with one of us. :)

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  62. JodyAugust 7, 2009 at 6:20 PM

    I'm a fan of AB and this particular fabric...too cute! I know just the little girl whose Mommy needs a bag like this to tote all of her toys and bottles around!!!hint hint Thanks for a great giveaway!
    jodym7@yahoo.com

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  63. BeaAugust 8, 2009 at 5:03 PM

    What a great job on your patio set make over. I love the fabrics you chose. Love the bag you made. Thanks for the chance to win.

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  64. StephanieAugust 9, 2009 at 10:13 AM

    Adorable as always Caroline! I might need to grab a new one of your purses for the fall!

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  65. AnonymousAugust 9, 2009 at 4:20 PM

    Very cute purse. Nice cushions too. Way to go. Thanks for the opportunity. Found you through SMS.

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  66. TrishEAugust 9, 2009 at 5:43 PM

    Amazing talent you have.....wishing I had a smidgen of it!!!

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  67. Amy BauerAugust 9, 2009 at 9:55 PM

    you are amazing:) I love your work:)

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  68. sewing_passionAugust 10, 2009 at 7:27 AM

    Love the bag. Love your new patio set!

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  69. Debbie B SamAugust 10, 2009 at 9:43 AM

    How the heck do you find time to do all this and kick my butt in game on Facebook too?? BEAUTIFUL - everything!

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  70. Polly DiffenbaughAugust 10, 2009 at 10:30 PM

    I am so happy I checked your blog, I would love to win a lovely bag! the patio set looks great.

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  71. VanessaAugust 12, 2009 at 2:14 AM

    Your cushions and table look amazing. Those colors just make me happy.

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  72. Grace WongAugust 12, 2009 at 5:00 PM

    I hope I'm not too late, I'd love to win!

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