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February 24, 2011 by terriaw

I am thrilled to be a part of Amy Ellis’ blog book tour to help promote her new book, Modern Basics.

You know Amy from her blog Amy’s Creative Side, where she blogs about quilting.

I thought it would be fun to interview Amy to provide you with a little background about her and the development of her book.

1. How did the idea for this book come about? where did your inspiration for the theme come from?

I started sketching ideas for quilt blocks, when I wasn’t finding simple and interesting patterns that I wanted to make. I like being able to finish a quilt in a week or two, instead of a month or year. Eventually my sketches turned into a proposal packet!

2. When did you begin quilting, and where did your interest first come from?
I’ve been sewing since I was a girl, I made myself all sorts of garments from 10 years old on. My interest in quilting, came with my kids! I love being able to snuggle them in something handmade, and I love to sew!

3. Why do you quilt?
It really is my creative therapy! When the days turn into a week or more that I haven’t sewn, everyone around here can tell. That’s when I find a fast finish!

4. What is your favorite quilting tip? OR your favorite part about quilting?
My favorite part about quilting is finishing the binding by hand. I love watching the quilt become finished as I work my way around it, and finally end up where I began with a complete quilt ready for the wash. My favorite tip in getting it done, is hand quilting thread.

5. Do you sew other things besides quilts?
I sew garments, bags, pillows, curtains – anything I can get my hands on!

6. Anything else you would like us to know about you?
I’m a regular mom, with all the usual mom duties around the house and at school (3 of our 4 are in school). I make it a priority to make things for my own sanity, I love blogging daily, and the community I have found here online!

I really love Amy’s new book, so I am excited to be able to share a FREE copy with my readers! Leave me a comment by noon on Sunday, February 27 if you are interested in a chance to win!

Be sure to visit the rest of the tour for more chances to win a free copy:

Piece N Quilt    http://www.piecenquilt.blogspot.com/ 2/21/2011
SewCalGal    http://sewcalgal.blogspot.com/ 2/22/2011
Old Red Barn Co    http://oldredbarnco.blogspot.com/ 2/23/2011
Terri’s Notebook    http://terrisnotebook.wordpress.com/ 2/24/2011
Crazy Mom Quilts    http://crazymomquilts.blogspot.com/ 2/25/2011
Wild Card Quilts    http://www.thewildcards.com/my_weblog/ 2/26/2011
BumbleBeans    http://bumblebeansinc.blogspot.com/ 2/27/2011
Fat Quarter Shop    http://fatquartershop.blogspot.com/ 2/28/2011
One Shabby Chic    http://oneshabbychick.typepad.com/ 3/1/2011
Canton Village Quilt Works    http://www.cvquiltworks.blogspot.com/ 3/2/2011
Diary of a Quilter    http://www.diaryofaquilter.com/ 3/3/2011
Fat Quarterly    http://www.fatquarterly.com/ 3/4/2011
Amylouwho    http://amylouwho.com/ 3/5/2011

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Note that if you don’t win a free copy from one of the above bloggers, you can also purchase Amy’s book here and here.

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223 Responses

on February 24, 2011 at 1:28 pm Joan

I would love to win a copy of this book. It looks fabulous!
on February 24, 2011 at 1:28 pm kaholly

Great interview! This book looks like a winner! ~karen
on February 24, 2011 at 1:28 pm Melissa Corry

Amy’s book looks so wonderful. Thanks for showing so many beautiful pictures. I can’t wait to get a copy
on February 24, 2011 at 1:29 pm whereishenow

cool. vote for me. please.
on February 24, 2011 at 1:31 pm Quiltingchick

Thanks for the chance to win this book. It looks like there are several patterns I would like to try.
on February 24, 2011 at 1:31 pm Kristin

This is so wonderful that Amy has given us all a chance to win her book. I love looking at all of the pictures. Wonderful inspiration!
on February 24, 2011 at 1:31 pm Jenny

wow love the simple way she worked with hope valley…books looks great
on February 24, 2011 at 1:32 pm amy

Putting my name in the hat
on February 24, 2011 at 1:32 pm Vicki

Thanks for the great interview, Terri! This looks like a wonderful book. It’s nice to know she finishes her bindings by hand:)
on February 24, 2011 at 1:33 pm Deb

I’d love to win Amy’s book…enjoying all her interview answers.
on February 24, 2011 at 1:36 pm Lisa

Looks like an inspiring book!
on February 24, 2011 at 1:50 pm Kim

You can put my name in the hat also. It looks to be a good book. One I would use. Getting quick results is what I like these days.
on February 24, 2011 at 1:51 pm Ktquilts4fun

Can’t wait to get my hands on a copy!!
on February 24, 2011 at 1:57 pm randi

i’m in! would love to have a copy of amy’s book.

thanks, terri!
on February 24, 2011 at 1:59 pm Debbie

Great photos of Amy’s book, Terri! Wow! Thanks for counting me in.
on February 24, 2011 at 2:00 pm MichelleW

What a great interview – I loved reading Amy’s responses – the book looks fun and colourful – well done to Amy on the publication of her book and you too for asking such interesting questions.
on February 24, 2011 at 2:01 pm Joanna

Great interview Terri! What a cool book, I really like the rail fence looking one (1, 2, 3). I’d looove a copy!
on February 24, 2011 at 2:03 pm niki

oooh, count me in! lovely lovely lovely~
have a great Thursday girl!
on February 24, 2011 at 2:09 pm Bonnie

i would love a chance to win the book
on February 24, 2011 at 2:16 pm Gaby

I love that book more and more and I hope I´ve the chance to win a book.

Greats from Luxembourg/Europe
on February 24, 2011 at 2:18 pm Tiffany

Thanks for the chance to win! It sure would be nice to finish a quilt in a few weeks, rather than months or years!
on February 24, 2011 at 2:22 pm Patty

The book looks wonderful, I’d love to win a copy.
on February 24, 2011 at 2:24 pm Ladybug

I can’t wait to get a copy of this book and start on a project from it. Thanks for the opportunity.
on February 24, 2011 at 2:29 pm Sandy Narayan

Love Amy’s blog! I would really like to win a copy of her book. Thanks for the opportunity!=)
on February 24, 2011 at 2:33 pm Mary

One of the best things about this blog hop, besides from learning more about this great book, is being introduced to great new blogs like this.
Thanks for the chance!
on February 24, 2011 at 2:41 pm wendy

I would love to win this book, I have yet to make a quilt as I’m a bit scared, but this book seems the perfect place to begin.
on February 24, 2011 at 2:42 pm Marcia W.

Thank you for hosting this stop on the book blog tour. Amy’s blog was one of the first I started reading when realized that quilters were blogging about “good stuff.” Her tutorials are excellent so know this book will be too. Please enter me into the drawing for Modern Basics.
on February 24, 2011 at 2:45 pm Linzsews

I would love a copy of this book! It looks wonderful!!
on February 24, 2011 at 2:54 pm karen peachey

I love Amy’s quilts! Her blog is so inspiring!
on February 24, 2011 at 2:55 pm Anita

Congrats to Amy on her book, it looks like an essential for the quilting library.
on February 24, 2011 at 3:00 pm Kendra (missknitta)

Thanks so much for sharing Amy’s book with us! Thank you for the great interview!
on February 24, 2011 at 3:07 pm Ellen Banerjee

Would love to win a copy of Modern Basics! Thanks for the chance and the interview.
on February 24, 2011 at 3:15 pm Rachelle

Thanks for the chance to win this fabulous book.
on February 24, 2011 at 3:16 pm Lindsay

This book will be on my bookshelf very soon! Cant decide if I like 1-2-3 or the basic puzzle quilt more!
on February 24, 2011 at 3:17 pm Beth

I would love this book!
on February 24, 2011 at 3:17 pm Dreamz Happen Quiltz

Delish-ous! Thanks!!
on February 24, 2011 at 3:17 pm DianeY

Looks like lots of really pretty & doable quilts. I’d love to win a copy
on February 24, 2011 at 3:23 pm Melissa

Love the interview! Thanks for a chance to win Amy’s book!
on February 24, 2011 at 3:25 pm Carla

Great Interview! Gorgeous Quilts! Looks like the perfect book for a beginner like me! Thanks for a chance to win!
on February 24, 2011 at 3:27 pm Sherri

Amy’s book looks wonderful…I LOVE blog tours for books…you get such a great preview of the book as well as learning lots!
on February 24, 2011 at 3:28 pm Kate

Thanks for the great preview of the book, and for the chance to win!
on February 24, 2011 at 3:29 pm Alix

Great interview! This books looks great!
on February 24, 2011 at 3:36 pm Heather

The book looks great! Thank you for all the pictures. They have definitely convinced me that I want this book!
on February 24, 2011 at 3:36 pm Tiff Blakey

Yup, the more I see of the book, the more I want it. Thanks for the opportunity to win it.
on February 24, 2011 at 3:44 pm wishes, true and kind

Pretty quilts! Thanks for the sneak peek
on February 24, 2011 at 3:50 pm liveacolorfullife

Terri, how fun that you were on the book tour! Great interview. I got the book from Amazon and I’m super happy with it.
on February 24, 2011 at 3:53 pm Gill watson

Great interview!
I would love to win a copy of Amy’s book!!
on February 24, 2011 at 3:54 pm Tara

Fun! Thanks for showing projects that I hadn’t had a chance to see yet from the book! Thanks for the chance to win!
on February 24, 2011 at 3:55 pm Jocelyn

Amy’s book looks fabulous. Can’t wait to see it. Thanks for offering to give away a copy.
on February 24, 2011 at 3:57 pm Robin

I’d love to win a copy of this book – looks awesome! Basic Puzzle looks interesting…
on February 24, 2011 at 3:57 pm Birgit

Hi Terri,

I came over from Dana’s blog. Amy’s book looks great — even for a beginner like me.

In case international players are allowed, please count me in. If not, feel free to delete this comment.

Greetings from Germany,
Birgit
on February 24, 2011 at 4:00 pm TracyDK

I follow her blog and I love her work. This book would be an awesome win.
on February 24, 2011 at 4:02 pm Lauren

Looks like fun! Thank you!
on February 24, 2011 at 4:05 pm Dana

I wondered how she found the time to write a book, now I know how she did it, thanks.
on February 24, 2011 at 4:05 pm Linda Erickson

this book just makes me itchy to start a new quilt! would love to win. thanks for doing this!
on February 24, 2011 at 4:10 pm Lee Ann L.

Thank you for the interview. And, thank you for a chance to win!
on February 24, 2011 at 4:14 pm Jennifer Ashford

I am so excited for a chance to win! I think I will have to make that puzzle quilt.

jenashford at swbell dot net
on February 24, 2011 at 4:25 pm VickiT

Great interview Terri. I just love all I’m seeing about this book. It’s definitely a must have book. As everyone else is, I too am hoping to win a copy but it’s on my wish list to buy already if I don’t.

Thanks Terri.
on February 24, 2011 at 4:30 pm KT

I’m looking forward to seeing this book in person–it looks great! Thanks for the chance to win!
ktyoung1(at)gmail(dot)com
on February 24, 2011 at 4:32 pm Mimi

This books looks terrific – thanks for sharing.
on February 24, 2011 at 4:35 pm WonkyGirl

Oh goody, goody- another chance to win the book. I like the Wind Power photo, thanks for sharing more pics.
on February 24, 2011 at 4:45 pm Mitzi

Amy’s book looks great. I would love to have a copy of it so if I don’t win it here I’ll just have to buy it! Thanks.
on February 24, 2011 at 5:15 pm Shannon

I can’t wait to get her book. Thank you for the give away. Your interview was great.
on February 24, 2011 at 5:20 pm Linda

GOOD DAY TO ALL!
THANKS TERRI FOR SUCH A NEAT GIVEAWAY BOOK FROM AMY! NEAT INTERVIEW+I KNOW I’LL LIKE THE BOOK!
on February 24, 2011 at 5:29 pm Cassie

I am really excited about this book. It will be nice to try out some of those quilts that you pictured in your interview.
on February 24, 2011 at 6:01 pm Tamar Wallace

Finishing the binding by hand is MY favorite part of quilting, too
on February 24, 2011 at 6:05 pm Julie in WA

This looks like a wonderful book with contemporary patterns. Can’t wait to take a look at the real thing!
on February 24, 2011 at 6:12 pm Carol in Virginia

I would love to win this book. I am just getting back in to sewing and quilting after much time off to work and raise kids. Love all the blogs out there too.
on February 24, 2011 at 6:16 pm Lynnette

I would love to win this book!!
nettecan at hotmail dot com
on February 24, 2011 at 6:17 pm notesfromrumbleycottage

I love seeing new books with new ideas. Gets me charged. Look forward to seeing this one up close and personal.
on February 24, 2011 at 6:33 pm Mary C in WA

Quick and easy sounds fun. Hope I win a book somewhere on this Blog hop! Thanks for the sneak peek of the inside.
on February 24, 2011 at 6:35 pm delia

Great book! I love the modern mirrors pattern. Thanks for the giveaway!
on February 24, 2011 at 6:48 pm Patty

The book looks inspirational! Thanks for participating in the blog hop giveaway.
on February 24, 2011 at 6:52 pm ~Michelle~

Ooh, so awesome to be able to do the interview and have a great giveaway! Thanks for sharing some of your favorites from Amy’s book!
on February 24, 2011 at 7:01 pm Amy K-P

This is one of the few books I have come across where almost EVERY project appeals to me in some way, shape, or form. Usually I open a book up and there’s one or two project that I REALLY like where the rest are “ok”. EVERYTHING I have seen in Amy’s I have been inspired by! I would LOVE to win this book!

smurfy4ever@yahoo.com
on February 24, 2011 at 7:19 pm Barb Colvin

Thanks for joining in Amy’s tour and giving us a chance at winning her book. Amy’s creations are great!
on February 24, 2011 at 7:28 pm Brynn

I’m so excited to see this book in person – the patterns look lovely (and simple!)
on February 24, 2011 at 7:43 pm Doris

Just saw this at the LQS last night, looks like a great book!
on February 24, 2011 at 7:49 pm Phyllis

I would love to win Amy’s book. It looks like it has some great inspiration in it.
on February 24, 2011 at 8:13 pm Bec Clarker

Oh I love these interviews, I love learning about the author of a book.
Thank you also for the chance to win.
on February 24, 2011 at 8:18 pm Katie B

I’d love to get my hands on this book!
on February 24, 2011 at 8:32 pm Billie K

Nice interview and thanks for the chance to win the book.
on February 24, 2011 at 8:32 pm Brandy D

Oh wow that book looks fun! Enter me!!!
on February 24, 2011 at 9:00 pm WandaFish

Thanks for the great interview Terri and the opportunity to win a copy of Amy’s book. It’s at the top of my wishlist!
on February 24, 2011 at 9:05 pm Joyagg

Thanks for sharing your quilts and about this amazing book!
on February 24, 2011 at 9:12 pm Brie

I really need to get my hands on a copy of this book and to have it signed would just be *swoon*
on February 24, 2011 at 9:17 pm Teje

Hello Terri! How wonderful to get to know Amy and her great book! I really would be ‘in heaven’ if I could have my own copy! Quite a long line comments…still I’m hopeful!
Thank you for a lovely post! xxx Teje
on February 24, 2011 at 9:21 pm Merete

The book looks great!
on February 24, 2011 at 9:29 pm Venus de Hilo

Thanks for the interview… and a chance to win this book.
on February 24, 2011 at 10:10 pm Sallie

I would love to win one of Amy’s books! Thanks for the chance.
on February 24, 2011 at 10:20 pm Barb

Looks like a great book…thanks for the informative interview.
on February 24, 2011 at 10:23 pm Jacqueline Gates

I love the look of the quilts in the book. It’s my 32nd wedding anniversary today. Wouldn’t it be great to win that book !!!
on February 24, 2011 at 10:29 pm chancy

I would love to win the book! Thanks for the chance!
on February 24, 2011 at 10:39 pm Sharon J

Love Amy’s quilts! It would be wonderful to win a copy of her new book! Thank you.
on February 24, 2011 at 10:45 pm Anna McD

Thanks for a chance to win!
on February 24, 2011 at 10:47 pm Muireann

The book looks brilliant, great photos and directions – my favourite kind of book!
on February 24, 2011 at 10:52 pm Linda

I would love to win. I’ve never made a “modern” quilt and this sounds silly – but I wouldn’t know where to begin. I think this book would be so much fun and would help me to get started.
on February 24, 2011 at 11:06 pm Charming's Mama

I would really love to win a copy of Amy’s book.
on February 24, 2011 at 11:06 pm Joanna

I enjoyed reading your interview. It’s interesting learning how the book came about.
on February 24, 2011 at 11:53 pm Jodi

Nice to hear a bit more from the author about her approach to quilting and the book. Thanks
on February 25, 2011 at 12:00 am Rachel

Great interview with Amy. I found myself nodding at many of her responses
on February 25, 2011 at 12:00 am Brenda

I recently have added quilting to my long list of hobbies. In the last month, I’ve completed one quilt and have started two more. I am hooked! Thanks for a chance to win this beautiful book.
on February 25, 2011 at 12:03 am Allison C

I would love to win this book!
on February 25, 2011 at 12:06 am Cindy J

I love reading author interviews on these blog hops. Thanks for that.
on February 25, 2011 at 12:48 am Tonya Weisheyer

Great giveaway! I need some inspiration to start and finish a quilt. I feel overwhelmed at the thought.

Thanks for the opportunity!
on February 25, 2011 at 12:57 am Sara

Love book giveaways. Especially quilt books!
on February 25, 2011 at 1:09 am Karen

I would love to win a copy of Amy’s book, I have been reading her blog for some time now.
Karen
http://karensquilting.com/blog/
on February 25, 2011 at 1:29 am Linda Wright

Nice interview. Thanks for a chance to win Amy’s book.
on February 25, 2011 at 1:30 am Wendy

I can always use more inspirational quilting books. Thanks for the chance. Wendy
wenclose@gmail.com
on February 25, 2011 at 2:50 am Miss Nancy

Great interview! Great giveaway! Thank you for sharing. I would love to win a copy of this great book.

Have a super great sewing day.
on February 25, 2011 at 3:11 am Kelly Rachel

Ooh look at that Wind Power quilt! Wanty wanty!
Thanks for this fabulous fabulous giveaway.
on February 25, 2011 at 3:37 am SewLindaAnn

I’m loving the patterns I’m seeing on this book tour, I already put it on my wish list!
on February 25, 2011 at 4:19 am wordygirl

I’d love to win a copy of this book. Thanks for the chance.

Your color wheel quilt dresden block (I’m sure there must be a more concise name for it) is absolutely charming. That single image has me breaking out of a quilting funk and thinking about starting a brand new color wheel project tomorrow. Thanks!
on February 25, 2011 at 4:39 am all8garden

Looks like a good book to own. Add me to the giveaway.

Your tour through the botanical gardens remind me of Dr. Seuss illustrations. Hope that the plants gave you a lift and provide you with plenty of inspiration. Thanks for the opportunity.
on February 25, 2011 at 4:40 am Celeste

Her quilts are so pretty. I’d love to win Amy’s book!
on February 25, 2011 at 4:51 am MoeWest

Thanks for the interview and a chance to win a copy of Amy’s book. It looks great!
on February 25, 2011 at 5:49 am Samantha

What a beautiful book! The quilts are stunning!
on February 25, 2011 at 7:26 am Sue Bone

I love stitching on the binding too. Lovely bright fresh book.
on February 25, 2011 at 7:26 am Lynn Woodard

I agree with your reason for quilting, except I started it a bit later than you. I mean I made tied quilts for my children to snuggle up with but by the time I became a grandmother ( Nana ) is when I really started learning how to piece a quilt. You are right, it is so theraputic! I loved your blog. I love this book, how fun you guys are doing a give-away for it! I will keep my fingers crossed!
Thanks again!
Lynn
on February 25, 2011 at 7:30 am Deb

Love Amy’s blog so know I will love this book.
on February 25, 2011 at 8:04 am Sharon Griffith

I really like the patterns that you all have shoed here but most of all I like the fact that it was made by a busy Mom and her hectic schedule so the quilts have got to be doable for other busy Moms….Thanks for the chance.
on February 25, 2011 at 9:53 am Laurie in Maine

Love the cover quilt design! Thanks for the chance
on February 25, 2011 at 9:54 am Jill B

I’d love a copy of this book!
on February 25, 2011 at 1:02 pm Modern Basics Blog Tour :: Day 5 | Amy's Creative Side

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on February 25, 2011 at 1:05 pm Happyme

I am loving the sneak peaks at Amy’s book, there are so many quilts there that I would like to try to make!
on February 25, 2011 at 1:53 pm karen peachey

I love Amy’s blog, & am excited to see her book!
on February 25, 2011 at 2:39 pm Becky M

Love all the peeks into this book. It looks fantastic! I’ve been a follower of Amy’s and I’m so happy for her!
on February 25, 2011 at 2:51 pm Staci

Very exciting that Amy has written this book. I’ve followed her blog for a long time and admire her talents and sense of style and color.
on February 25, 2011 at 2:53 pm Jennifer Logan

Looks like a beautiful book!
on February 25, 2011 at 2:56 pm Heidi

Such beautiful fabric. I’d love to read this book and put it to use.
on February 25, 2011 at 3:00 pm trish

Finish a quilt in a week or two? Yes please!
on February 25, 2011 at 3:02 pm NancyA

Looks like the book has some fun patterns. I’d love to win it.
on February 25, 2011 at 3:04 pm Deonn

This looks like a great book – thanks for sharing some sneak peeks!
on February 25, 2011 at 3:05 pm Paulina

I love the idea about project that could be finished in some decent time. The book looks really promising. If I won I’d try the Modern Mirrors pattern first I guess. It’s looking really good.
on February 25, 2011 at 3:08 pm Amy

This book looks great! Lots of quilts I would like to sew!
on February 25, 2011 at 3:08 pm Tiffany

I’d love to win a copy! Loving the pictures so far!!
on February 25, 2011 at 3:22 pm Deserae Fiedler

I would love to win!
on February 25, 2011 at 3:32 pm Cathy T

I should be buying this book and add it to my collection. Thanks for showing us more.
on February 25, 2011 at 3:33 pm Marilyn

would love a chance to win this great looking book. I have several quilts picked out that I’d like to start today!
on February 25, 2011 at 3:37 pm tove leggett

I love how everyone has such a different angle to share Amy’s book. Thanks
on February 25, 2011 at 3:39 pm Margaret

Thanks for the chance to win this book. I see a few quilts I’d love to try.
on February 25, 2011 at 3:41 pm Kat

I would love to win this book !! )
thanks for the chance !!

best regards
Kat
on February 25, 2011 at 3:48 pm Michele

Looks like a fun book! Pick me! Pick me!
on February 25, 2011 at 3:51 pm Shelley C

Fun book blog hops going on lately. Here is another wonderful book to get the juices flowing!
thanks for the opportunity!
on February 25, 2011 at 3:54 pm Susan

Would love a copy of this book, it looks amazing!
on February 25, 2011 at 4:01 pm Kristin

I love how the patterns really show the fabrics but in a not-overwhelming sort of way! Simple and stunning!!!! And I love that Amy have four children (and that the youngest is home with her still) as that’s my own situation and it is very encouraging to hear of other quilting Moms living parallel lives to mine!

Well done on the new book, Amy!!!
on February 25, 2011 at 4:07 pm Martina

Thanks so much! Would love to have this book. The quilts look great!
on February 25, 2011 at 4:17 pm Tanya

The more I see this book, the more i HAVE to have it

Thanks for the interview and a chance to win!!!
on February 25, 2011 at 4:27 pm johnandlauraselph

this book looks amazing. I would love to make that 1,2,3 quilt.
on February 25, 2011 at 4:49 pm Jen Newby

I want this books so bad! It’s on my wish list, it’d be great to win!
on February 25, 2011 at 5:03 pm Beverly Combe

I would love this book! It looks fantastic and I would love to try some of those patterns. Love the pictures.
on February 25, 2011 at 5:07 pm Bec

thanks for the chance to win!! this book looks fab!
on February 25, 2011 at 5:11 pm Alycia

Thanks for offering this. It looks like a great book!
on February 25, 2011 at 5:16 pm mamacita

So lovely…I’d love to try a few of these great quilts!
on February 25, 2011 at 5:36 pm Jen

Super cute quilts! I can’t wait to make some of these!
on February 25, 2011 at 5:57 pm Jen

Thank you so much for the chance to win. Looks like a fabulous book!
on February 25, 2011 at 5:58 pm Cammie

Amy is so cute! I’d love to have a copy of her book.
on February 25, 2011 at 6:21 pm Tamie

This book looks like it would be a great addition to my library. Thanks for the chance to win.
on February 25, 2011 at 6:46 pm Patricia R Campion

Thanks for the chance in the drawing – I love Amy’s blog and her down-to-earth style!
on February 25, 2011 at 6:59 pm kathy h

I already see several quilts that I would like to make from this book. Thanks for the chance to win.
on February 25, 2011 at 7:16 pm Janis T

I’m looking forward to seeing this book, I am so inspired!
on February 25, 2011 at 8:08 pm Jen

What a great looking book, thanks for the chance to win!
on February 25, 2011 at 8:11 pm Deb A

Congrats to her on the book and thanks for the chance to win my very own copy!
on February 25, 2011 at 8:22 pm Cat

Wow, the more I see of this book the more I want it. Great quilts. I am loving the blog hop. Hugs
on February 25, 2011 at 9:01 pm CJ

The big question is – how does one decide which quilt to make first??
on February 25, 2011 at 9:34 pm Patty

Easy quilts looks like my kind of book!
I would love a copy of it.
on February 25, 2011 at 9:56 pm Carolin

I really liked the simple way you reviewed the book. It told a story. I really like Amy’s blog! I would love to win a copy!
BTW-It’s my first time visiting your blog and I loved it!
on February 25, 2011 at 10:20 pm Dawn

This book looks wonderful!! If I don’t win, I’ll just have to buy it!!
on February 25, 2011 at 11:27 pm Sharon

This looks like a fun book with lots of “doable” projects! What fun!
on February 25, 2011 at 11:34 pm eileen

i’m so excited about the opportunity to win one of amy’s books! love her quilts and her blog and all she does for those of us who blog and quilt–what a cool lady she is–don’t know in real life but in the bloggersphere she is so therefore must be in reality, too. have a great day and thanks!
on February 26, 2011 at 12:04 am Sandra Davidson

I have been following Amy’s blog for over a year and I have always enjoyed her quilts that she has made so I am looking forward to her book. It would be lovely to win a copy.
on February 26, 2011 at 12:54 am Joanna

The book looks awesome
on February 26, 2011 at 2:05 am Kelli Rippee

So glad I stumbled on this book blog hop, I’m inspired to pick up my quilts again.
on February 26, 2011 at 2:37 am Mary on Lake Pulaski

Hey Terri – thanks for sharing the scoop on Amy!
on February 26, 2011 at 2:43 am Lisa England

This book looks great! Enjoyed your blog, thanks for the chance to win.
on February 26, 2011 at 3:12 am craftytammie

looks like a wonderful book!
on February 26, 2011 at 4:08 am Rhonda Laws

Oh oh pick me…I sound like Donkey from Shrek LOL (does that make me an a$$?) hehehe
on February 26, 2011 at 4:21 am Anne

Oooh love this book and your review. Thank you for sharing.
on February 26, 2011 at 4:45 am JLew

I hope I win, but if not…then this is the kind of book I would buy. It’s got great photos and clear instructions, and it looks like there are some quilts I could actually make!
Jennifer
on February 26, 2011 at 5:28 am Andra Gayle

What a great book. Thanks for the chance to win!
on February 26, 2011 at 5:57 am aspenhill

I’d love to win a copy of this book – the patterns look great! Deb
on February 26, 2011 at 7:41 am Leslie Schmidt

This looks like the kind of book that I could just sit and drool over! I’m going to get my own copy one way or another!
on February 26, 2011 at 9:21 am Mom on the Move

What a great book – thanks for the give away.
on February 26, 2011 at 12:57 pm Teri

I see several patterns that I would like to try. Hopefully I will be the winner.
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on February 26, 2011 at 1:43 pm Karen

I love the patterns. I would love to win the book.
on February 26, 2011 at 1:50 pm Vivian

It looks like this book is full of great quilts. I would love to win a copy.
on February 26, 2011 at 2:01 pm Marianne

Looks to be a winner! I’d love a copy.
on February 26, 2011 at 2:20 pm Carol

Your post is great. I love the pictures you used and the questions you asked Amy.
on February 26, 2011 at 2:45 pm jacqueline

Dearest sweet terri, so happy to visit you here on my little break from packing madness! That book looks awesome and such a wonderful interview! Very inspiring! Have a lovely merry happy weekend and love to you!
on February 26, 2011 at 2:52 pm jo c.

I would love to win a copy of this awesome book!
on February 26, 2011 at 4:23 pm Michelle Grable

Would love to have that book! Thanks for the chance!
on February 26, 2011 at 4:46 pm Diana

I cannot wait to get started on a few of these quilts. Thanks for a chance to win.
on February 26, 2011 at 4:59 pm Gretchen

Looks like a fabulous book! Thanks for the great giveaway!
on February 26, 2011 at 6:11 pm Beth

Oh how I love Amy’s blog and I know I would love her book just as much! Such beautiful eye candy! Thanks!
beth.dodd(at)att.net
on February 26, 2011 at 6:11 pm Heather

I’m very excited about this book! Thanks for sharing!
on February 26, 2011 at 6:21 pm Sarah J

Great book!
on February 26, 2011 at 6:38 pm Brenda

Ooh, how I would love to win this new book. Great designs.
on February 26, 2011 at 6:50 pm tusen

Thanks for sharing the interview – it’s great to know something more about the book. And thanks for the chance to win it
on February 26, 2011 at 7:48 pm Nancy

I would so love to win this book. Thanks for participating.
on February 26, 2011 at 8:35 pm Leigh

This book looks wonderful! Thank you for the opportunity to win a copy!
on February 26, 2011 at 8:41 pm Kim D.

Great interview! How fun is that to interview Amy and giveaway her new book. I would love to win a copy. Thanks to both of you for the opportunity to win and sew up a few of Amy’s beautiful quilts.
on February 26, 2011 at 8:45 pm Laura

The book looks amazing!! I’m a new quilter and I would love to own a copy of the book.
on February 26, 2011 at 10:46 pm Shannon

Hi Terri, thanks for the giveaway! I could really use a copy of this book since I am a novice quilter! LOL But I’m trying to teach myself. Thanks again!
on February 27, 2011 at 1:22 am Kate

Thanks for sharing, and for the interview questions – it’s always fun to hear some of the process and person behind a book like this! It does look great
on February 27, 2011 at 1:45 am grandmasusiequilts

I also like instant gratification. I have been using “twenty something”, “yellow brick road” and the easiest of all “fat quarter shuffle”. I am looking forward to get her book. Looks like some great patterns in that that won’t take forever to piece.
on February 27, 2011 at 3:01 am anne

Cool interview Terri, I enjoyed it very much. I would enjoy Amy’s book even more!
on February 27, 2011 at 3:59 am Karen

This book looks very intriguing. Enjoyed the interview. Thanks for the giveaway!
on February 27, 2011 at 4:24 am Lisa

OOoooooo this book looks so good! I can’t wait to get it in my hands. I need to make some of these quilts.
on February 27, 2011 at 5:06 am Christy

I saw Amy’s book today at our Guild Sew In. It’s gorgeous! Now I really want it.
on February 27, 2011 at 6:51 am Sue Bone

Gorgeous book, thank you for your insight into how the book came about.
on February 27, 2011 at 9:30 am Jill B

Such an awesome book!
on February 27, 2011 at 1:20 pm Hilary McDaniel

Would LOVE this book. thanks
on February 27, 2011 at 2:37 pm Michelle@Dresden Quilter

Amy’s blog is one of the first I started to read.It is wonderful that she has her own book now. Thanks for the giveaway.
on February 27, 2011 at 3:23 pm Janet

I like the patterns and diagrams in the book. I would love to have this book make quilts from.
on February 27, 2011 at 3:48 pm Sandy Panagos

That looks like a great book!
on February 27, 2011 at 4:52 pm Melissa

Amy’s book looks amazing. Thanks for the chance to win a copy.
on February 27, 2011 at 5:08 pm Beth Strand

Looks like a great book and I’m glad I’ve found your blog…such fun stuff!
on February 27, 2011 at 5:27 pm Jennifer G

Loving what I see in this book! Can’t wait to be inspired with my very own copy. Thanks for the giveaway!
on February 27, 2011 at 6:00 pm Amy

Thank you for another chance to win this exciting book, and the interviews.
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