Welcome to the kick-off for the Honeycomb Stitch-Along! I'm really excited to be hosting my first stitch/ sew-along and I hope to make it a great time for everyone with lots of skill building along the way. This throw pillow project will focus on sampling a number of hand-stitching techniques (like English Paper Piecing, Hand Applique, Hand Quilting, and Embroidery) to give a great overview of what a simple needle and thread can add to any sewist's repertoire. I've put together a tentative schedule of posts and tutorials to give you an idea of how this hand-stitching sampler project will work. Here's the schedule (with room to adjust if we need):
- Friday, February 8th - Kick-off with Schedule, Sponsors, and Pellon Giveaway!
- Saturday, February 9th - Materials Lists Posted
- Friday, February 22nd - Cutting Instructions
- Tuesday, February 26th - English Paper Piecing Tutorial
- Tuesday, March 5th - Needle Turn Applique Tutorial
- Tuesday, March 12th - Embroidery Tutorial
- Tuesday, March 19th - Piecing the Pillow Top, Backing, and Basting
- Tuesday, March 26th - Hand Quilting Tutorial
- Tuesday, April 2nd - Finishing the Pillow and Binding
- Tuesday, April 16th - Final Link-Up with Prizes!
The final link-up in April will be a great time to celebrate those finishes and our new-found stitchy skills! I've been working with a great group of sponsors to put together some fun giveaway prizes for our finale. I'd like to say a special thanks to each of these fantastic sponsors for making this event that much more fun! I'll be posting more on the prizes very soon.
And please feel free to support our sponsors and say thanks by purchasing your project supplies through them.
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Finally, I'm happy to announce that I have a bundle of each of the Pellon products used in the Honeycomb Pillow to giveaway to one lucky stitch-alonger (that's a word, right?)! ; ) This bundle--which was generously donated by our sponsor, Pellon--includes several of the things you'll be needing to make your own project. You could win:
- 2 yards of Shape Flex SF101 woven interfacing
- 1 package of Nature's Touch batting, crib-sized
- 1 20" Pellon pillow form
In order to win all of these, leave me a comment letting me know what you are most looking forward to this spring. That's it!
Gold stars if you're planning to stitch-along, but it's not a requirement to win. ; )
Due to shipping constraints, this giveaway is open to those living in the U.S. and Canada. Sorry international friends! All other stitch-along giveaways will be open to everyone.
The giveaway closes Wednesday, February 13th at 10:00 PM PST. I will announce the winner on V-day. : ) Please make sure there is a way to contact you in your comment or profile. No purchase is necessary to win and odds of winning depend on the number of entries.
Good luck and stay tuned for more stitch-along info -plus- the materials list, coming tomorrow!
I am most looking forward to garage sales. Thanks for the chance!
ReplyDeleteI'm definitely looking forward to the "big snow melt" so I can get out walking again! I love the idea of hand stitching and have started my first project! Thanks for the wonderful giveaway.
ReplyDeleteI'm looking forward to being outside and introducing our new little one to playing outside.
ReplyDeleteI'm planning a trip to a big quilt show this spring. Can't wait!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the giveaway Jenelle...I can't promise to quilt along with you, but I am going to follow and try to,,really try.
ReplyDeleteI'm looking forward to riding my bike! I bought an Electra 7-speed Cruiser last summer, and I'm in love with it. I can't wait to get back on the trails.
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to start planting vegetable seeds!
ReplyDeleteAll I want is some springtime warmth, LOL! Thanks so much for the chance to win this great (and practical) stuff!
ReplyDeleteTo me, Spring means new beginnings -- who knows what that will bring! Thanks for the opportunity to win some Pellon!
ReplyDeleteI am most looking forward to an upcoming household move being done, over with, & my Stuff unpacked & tucked away!
ReplyDeleteI am looking forward to my son's high school graduation.
ReplyDeleteI'm looking forward to spending more time outside with my kids!
ReplyDeleteI think I will plan to join you in this, I've never made a pillow :) I am most looking forward to getting out and enjoying spring walks, between a silly cold and bad weather I haven't been out much lately...'course that means more time to quilt...
ReplyDeleteI want to stitch along..I am new to quilting so maybe this will teach me some skills...lol...if I am teachable. I am so looking forward to spring. it has been so cold and dreery here of late. I want to feel the sunshine on my skin warming up these bones...I want to see the flowers blooming and I can't wait to see green grass growing and trees getting their leaves back...And I can't wait to do gardening outdoors ..
ReplyDeleteconn_and_vans_mom(at)yahoo(dot)com
This looks fun!!! :)
ReplyDeleteI'm looking forward to sunshine and warm breezes. Thanks for the chance to win such a fab prize! :)
ReplyDeleteI'm looking forward to not needing a jacket to leave the house :)
ReplyDeleteI'm looking forward to seeing more green and finding out the sex of my baby!
ReplyDeleteThe flowers blossoming!
ReplyDeleteDeborah
pinkscissorsdesign @gmail .com
I am looking forward to longer days! Thanks for the give away.
ReplyDeleteThis looks like so much fun! I am looking forward to planting my first ever garden!
ReplyDeleteI'm most looking forward to writing my first quilt pattern!
ReplyDeleteI am looking forward to daily walks with my dogs and sunny trips to the park with my son! Can't wait to start the stitch along! This will be my first attempt at english paper piecing and I can't wait!
ReplyDeleteI'm looking forward to seeing all the spring flowers and visiting my favorite Garvan Gardens. It's a beautiful place on a lake here in Arkansas. They have planted thousands of tulips every year and it is breath taking! I can't wait to go!
ReplyDeleteI am looking forward to opening all the windows and letting the fresh breezes blow in!
ReplyDeleteI am looking forward to Daffodils and Tulips. Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteI am looking forward to my twin grandsons to graduate. It has been a long 12 years of getting them through the school system. Thanks for the giveaway. I am seriously thinking of doing this sewalong as I have never made anything like this.
ReplyDeleteI'm looking forward to all the new projects and quilt-a-longs I am doing. I'm excited to learn more about quilting.
ReplyDeleteI am looking forward to learning new techniques and this QAL will be a great chance to hone my EPP skills and learn to embroider. Thanks so much!
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to the freshness,green grass,flowers and new projects Thank you and pellon for the give away am looking forward to the honeycomb stitch along will be my first adventure with this shape.Becky
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I am looking forward to a warm day for a motorcycle ride on the back of a great friend's bike!
ReplyDeleteI'm looking forward to longer days and more sunshine and lots more quilting projects. I am seriously considering your project but my plate is pretty full.
ReplyDeleteWow! Pellon! :)
ReplyDeleteI am most looking forward to celebrating Easter with my family! Last year, my little girl was only a few months old and didn't really do much. This year, it'll be so fun to do eggs and all that jazz! :)
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I'm looking forward to celebrating my birthday! I hit 30 last year, and couldn't celebrate due to having surgery, so I can't wait to make up for it this year! :D
ReplyDeleteMy favorite part of spring is watching the plants grow in my garden. I may have to stitch along with you, I really need some needle therapy.
ReplyDeleteI look forward to bright colors and being able to travel up the coast this spring. I'm excited to try your sew along, thank you!
ReplyDeleteA trip to the Denver area...it's for work, but I don't mind!
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Elizabeth
Lwghosts at yahoo dot com
Spring means longer days and more sunshine! Can't wait!
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I'm looking forward to the new Spring flowers!
ReplyDeleteSpring means warm weather and no snow! And more sunlight. And the Easter Bunny. I *really* want to participate in this Stitch A Long, and I hope to win the prize so I'm able to!
ReplyDeleteI'm looking forward to getting outside more in the warmer weather. It isn't snowy and cold here, but I like to be able to get out and not be freezing cold.
ReplyDeleteWe are planning a garden this year, it's going to be fun. I'm going to try your classes.
ReplyDeleteI look forward to spring sewing, spring yard work, and spring colors! Also looking forward to joining in the stitch along to hone my needle and thread handsewing skills. I am too chained to the machine!
ReplyDeleteEeeep. . so excited for you sweetie! I'm looking forward to the sun. I'm amazed at how much I miss the sun when it disappears for weeks at a time. I'll be enjoying the sun through my window!
ReplyDeleteI am looking forward to more beach time!
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to green grass and flowers so I can take better pictures of my quilts!
ReplyDeleteI am actually looking forward to being able to sew again.. I have had my thumb joints taken out of both hands this winter...to much sewing, my hands are just worn out..but I will be able to sew again by spring and I have so many things I want to make..New sewing supplies would make it sew much more special !!
ReplyDeleteThank You for this chance to win..I have my fingers crossed !!
Hugs
Sharron
I am looking forward to warm weather, flowers, and sunshine! Also,
ReplyDeletemy favorite pastime is making quilts.
The birth of my FIRST grandchild!
ReplyDeleteI am looking forward to playing in the dirt, planting a garden!
ReplyDeleteI'm most looking forward to the rodeo. Thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to graduating from nursing school!!
ReplyDeleteThis spring, I am most looking forward to the return of warmer weather. Even though I'm in CA, it's been a cold winter! Thanks for the giveaway. : )
ReplyDeleteI'm most looking forward to being done with spring cleaning b/c it means I can enjoy the fruits of my labor (and have time to start planting our first garden too).
ReplyDeleteFawn
I am most looking forward to no more snow, less mud and drier weather.
ReplyDeleteHopefully Momma fox will have anothe litter under our storage building. Love looking at the babies play.
ReplyDeleteNo Snow! Warm weather! Thanks Nancy
ReplyDeleteI'm looking forward to getting my quilting/sewing room finished! It's been almost 2 years since I have been able to quilt due to rebuilding my flooded home! I can't wait to relax & quilt again!!
ReplyDeleteI'm looking forward to all the fun, stitchy projects that I have to look forward to! I can't wait to start!
ReplyDeleteSerina
I'm most looking forward to the tulips. I love spring flowers. My birthday is in the spring and my mother used to tell me that God always remembered my birthday with flowers everywhere. Sweet thought, isn't it?! Thanks for the giveaway.
ReplyDeleteGardening and working outside, hanging the laundry to dry, more daylight hours - no snow!
ReplyDeleteCan't wait for spring!
We are looking forward to spending time at the conservation area by our home with the kids. Nothing better than some sunshine, sand and a picnic on a quilt!
ReplyDeleteI'm looking forward to some sunshine. I am so tired of rain and fog!
ReplyDeleteI am looking forward to the weather being nice enough for me to get outside to dye some fabric (I'm too messy to do it inside)
ReplyDeleteI am looking forward to the kids being just big enough to play on their own so I can do some gardening this spring!
ReplyDeleteI'm looking forward to the grand progression of blooming trees and flowers that is Seattle spring. And more daylight!
ReplyDeleteWarmer weather!!!
ReplyDeleteOh boy---I am soo glad I discovered this stitchalong--and right at the beginning too!!! Woohoo! I am look forward to the supply list tomorrow---as long as we still have power after the blizzard....as for spring-- one of my favorite things is seeing the daffodils bloom right along our stone wall at the edge of the woods. Since my craft room windows look out onto the backyard I get to gaze at these all spring.
ReplyDeleteI can't wait for my spring flowers and getting out in the garden again. I also am excited about taking part in this stitch along!!
ReplyDeleteI can't wait for my spring flowers and getting out in the garden again. I also am excited about taking part in this stitch along!!
ReplyDeleteLooks like a very fun stitch along! I look forward to Trader Joe's getting their tulips in! I buy them all spring long!
ReplyDeleteThis spring (much like every other one) I am most looking forward to the ice going off the lake. Spring has officially arrived when that happens.
ReplyDeleteI am excited to learn about the Honeycomb stitch along. I love hexagons even though I haven't worked very much with them. Now is my chance!!! I would love to make spring pillows. Thanks for the chance to win.
ReplyDeletecant wait for the good weather--can be outside in garden and can do hand sewing on the porch
ReplyDeleteFlowers ! My crocus and daffodils are thinking about peeking out right now !!
ReplyDeleteI look forward to spring, with all of the colors they show us at the beginning of spring and warmer weather.
ReplyDeleteI'm looking forward to sunny walks with my girls.
ReplyDeleteI look forward to learning how to use my new Janome sewing machine..
ReplyDeleteWell...at the moment we are experiencing a deep freeze here where I live north of Lake Superior, so I am really, really looking forward to some warm temperatures and not have to worry about whether or not the car will start when I have to go to work!!
ReplyDeleteI am looking forward to longer, warmer days, time to take the kids to the playground in the afternoon (might bring me some time to stitch along?)
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to longer days and bicycle riding weather
ReplyDeleteI am looking forward to being able to hang my laundry outside on the line, turning over the soil in my garden and sowing seeds to nurture so that we can enjoy nature's bounty! awolk at rogers dot com
ReplyDeleteCan't wait for Springtime blooms!!! I love to sit on the porch and
ReplyDeletestitch while enjoying my flower gardens.
NO Coats, garage sales, walking
ReplyDeleteFlowers, I love the bluebonnets here in Texas.
ReplyDeleteI am looking forward to kayaking on our lake again this spring. I say this as we are enjoying the Nor'easter in NH tonight. Tomorrow we will wake up to more than a foot of fluffy snow. Luckily I like to x-country ski too!
ReplyDeleteI am looking forward to getting socks off my feet and wearing sandals and flip flops again!
ReplyDeleteI'm looking forward to seeing the crocus and daffodils to start blooming.
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ReplyDeleteI'm looking forward to putting up some new windchimes I received for Christmas...holding off during this winter season and blowing winds in March. I love to hear the chimes and watch my flowers grow in the spring.
I am looking forward to planting our garden and working getting our little orchard together this Spring! thanks! I hope to do the stitch along too!
ReplyDeleteI'm looking forward to being able to enjoy time on my back porch with a hand sewing project and a glass of sweet tea. :-)
ReplyDeleteI am looking forward to sunshine streaming through our windows. It's been a gray winter here so far.
ReplyDeleteI am looking forward to spring and everything turning green again. I want to see sunshine and the flowers bloom. I want to try out my new macro lens and see what
ReplyDeletekind of close-ups I can get.
Just moved to South Carolina and I'm looking forward to going to the beach. Thanks
ReplyDeleteI am looking forward to spending more time sewing and time together with my 9 year old son that wants to learn to sew!
ReplyDeleteWARM weather and no snow!!!! I really can't wait for spring to arrive!
ReplyDeleteI have been looking for a hand quilting project, this looks so great.
ReplyDeleteI am looking forward to longer daylight hours.
I'm looking forward to picnics!
ReplyDeleteTulips, daffodils, and other spring flowers!
ReplyDeleteI'm looking forward to more time to sew! :D
ReplyDeleteHow exciting -- your first stitch-along! Thanks for the giveaway!
That's an easy one. My son & his precious wife are having their first baby(Evelyn)in a few weeks! I will be looking forward to meeting her & holding her this spring.
ReplyDeleteI can't wait until it's warm enough sit on my front porch, drink my morning tea and watch the deer come through the pasture looking for the grain we put out for them.
ReplyDeleteI look forward to sleeping with the windows open again.
ReplyDeletewaiting for spring and my daffodils and tulips. have to get the little fence up to keep the feral rabbits from munching on the tender shoots.
ReplyDeleteI'm looking forward to finally finishing my boyfriend's surprise xmas quilt!
ReplyDeletethe flowers, green, the smell of spring, and working in the garden
ReplyDeletespring skiing is the best. Love being able to glide down the slopes with only a t-shirt.
ReplyDeleteRiding my bike outside is what I am looking forward to this Spring!
ReplyDeleteI'm really looking forward to more sunshine, bulbs coming up and quilt shows!
ReplyDeleteWhat I look forward to this Spring is getting rid of the snow. And I love lilacs!
ReplyDeleteI am looking forward to all the beautiful flowers and the lovely warm temperatures.
ReplyDeleteI am most looking forward to the rhododendrons, azaleas and bulbs that we planted this last fall come into bloom!
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to go on walks to the zoo and park with my kids!
ReplyDeleteI am most looking forward to planting my vegetable garden. Oooohhh..and strawberry picking season which means strawberry jam making!
ReplyDeleteI'm looking most forward to QuiltCon.
ReplyDeleteLong walks outside, thunderstorms and bulbs blooming!
ReplyDeleteI am looking forward to growing things - plants and flowers and blooming trees. I'm looking forward to going outside without 3 extra layers of clothes. I'm looking forward to opening the windows and breathing fresh spring air.
ReplyDeleteurchiken at gmail dot com
I am most looking forward to warmer weather. I hate being cold!
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to warmer weather, longer days, green grass, flowers growing and blooming, and being able to be outside more and go for walks.
ReplyDeleteWe are already outside most the year in Florida -- it is wonderful and healthful - thanks for the giveaway !}
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for the chance to win! I live in DC so I always get excited when the trees bloom - it feels like it happens overnight. There are so many flowering trees here, not just cherry trees, and it's really beautiful.
ReplyDeleteI'm looking forward to longer days,warmer weather & family picnics on the quilts I've been working on all winter. Thanks for the chance to win.
ReplyDeleteI look forward for my bluebonnets to sprout up this year. They did not come up last year. No green thumb here, but I do love EPP and a grandmothers garden is in order. In the mean time I will follow along and hope that I do justice. Thanks for sharing...Judith, Texas
ReplyDeleteI am so looking forward to the smell of spring, of everything coming back alive...and I am going to try to follow along, it will be my first time...oh and if I'm lucky enought to win I won't be able to respond till the 21st so please hold onto it for me :)..thanks.
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I am looking forward to taking my grandson (almost 4 years) to Disney World for the first time! SO EXCITED!
ReplyDeleteThis pillow will be a great gift for my daughter - she is a beekeeper!
Hi!! Great give away!!! I love Spring!!! The sunshine!!! The warmth!!! The flowers!! Green grass!!! I can't think of anything about Spring that I don't love!!!
ReplyDeleteI think I can do this quilt a long. It looks like fun. I live north of you in Everson(near Bellingham) WA. I am waiting for the appearance of the sun. I had to go to CA last week looking for it....I got mostly the liquid kind, which we are very used to. Left Tuesday for Tulare Ag Show, was home by Friday night. Quick trip but I got paid for it so it was for a good (fabric) cause. LOL Hope I win
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Hello Jenelle: My name is Jenelle, I rarely find anyone who spells their name the same as mine. This spring is hopefully going to bring some nicer weather. I also want to force myself to go outside and do more walking. Thanks for the lovely chance to win.
ReplyDeleteHi, I'm a new follower who was sent here by The Intrepid Thread blog. I'm looking forward to hearing more about the Honeycomb Stitch-Along. I haven't decided whether to join or not but I know I'll be following along - for sure. Thanks for the chance to win all these Pellon products.
ReplyDeleteI am looking forward to longer days and warmer weather.
ReplyDeleteI'm looking forward to Spring...warm sunny days, flowers waking up, seeing Green instead of brown (or snow lol), opening windows, clothes blowin' on the clothesline.....and our Peach Orchard full of blooms!! Yay!
ReplyDeleteI would love to play along! New to quilting...and never did applique, etc. Sounds like I neeeeed too tho. :)
I am looking forward to taking walks with my husband this spring. To tide me over until then, I will be stitching along with you! I ordered my kit this morning and am super excited. This is going to be awesome!
ReplyDeleteI'm so heart happy that I'll be able to return to cycling in the spring. It'll be a time for new beginnings and biking is one of the things that's a steady source of comfort and joy.
ReplyDeleteI am looking forward to the spring flowers. I need another project like I need another hole in my head but this sounds educational and since it is just a pillow top - it sounds like something that I could actually accomplish. Plus I love your fabric choices in your button for this project.
ReplyDeleteI love the first comment, garage sales, lol, I had to check to make sure that wasn't my mom writing that. I can't wait for my bulbs to flower, the leaves are already coming out, I hope we don't get any last minute snowfalls. grecomara at gmail dot com
ReplyDeleteI am looking forward to more sunny days. Winters in Indiana are so gray.
ReplyDeleteI am looking forward to sitting outside on the deck to enjoy my morning coffee while watching the birds at the feeders. I miss this daily routine so much during the winter when I watch the birds from inside. I love the pillow top and will be joining in the stitch-along - ordered my kits this morning. Thanks for the giveaway!!
ReplyDeleteI'm looking forward to my coming little one.
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