On February 19, 2009 I started blogging. I really didn't know a lot about blogging but had been following the Pioneer Woman, and thought I would give it a try. My goal was to journal my quilting adventure. Things have really changed in 13 years. A lot of bloggers are gone, as well as quilt shops. Comments are down, as I think many bloggers have gone over to Facebook and Instagram. But I have learned a lot from the bloggers who have sustained over the years.
As a "Thank You" to my readers and followers, and in appreciation for all of your kind comments, it seems appropriate to have a little giveaway!
A fat quarter bundle and some matching fabric.
To enter the giveaway, just leave a comment. You can tell me where you live or how the weather is in your area. Or you can let me know how long you have been reading my blog. This giveaway is open to US residents only due to shipping costs. I MUST have a way to contact you. If you are a no-reply, leave your email address. There were over 100 no-reply comments on my last giveaway! If you are not sure, you can check out Karen's instructions HERE.
Giveaway will close on Wednesday February 23. I will post the winners on my blog and contact them by email. I must have a response by February 25 or a new winner will be drawn.
Thanks so much for following along on my little blog. It has been great fun to meet so many creative people and if you are a new reader, know that I appreciate you coming along on my journey.
Happy Quilting!!
35 comments:
Glad to happen across your blog. I'm impressed that you've been at it so long! I'm a new quilter. Any advice on pressing would be welcome. I'm working on double sawtooth star blocks. They are testing my skills!
Congratulations!! It is snowy with ice here in SW Missouri. A great day to sew!!
Happy Anniversary. Thanks for the great giveaway. I've been following you for quite a few years and enjoy it. Hugs
Congratulations! I love reading your blog, I just don't always post. I know a lot of blogs I used to read have gone away, so I appreciate those that are still around.
Sandy
Happy Blogaversary, Jocelyn! 13 years is surely worth celebrating whether it's blogging, sewing, cooking, or living! Blogging is such a nice way to document projects and activities. It's also a great way to connect with others who have likewise talents and skills. I've enjoyed following along with you for quite a while!
duchick at gmail dot com
Happy Blogiversary! You started blogging a year before I did. With weirdness going on with the “reply” vs. “No-reply,” I’ll leave my email. Not sure what’s going on with that, but everyone is no-reply on my blog right now. Threecatsranch at gmail dot com.
Congratulations! For a lot of people, blogging has gone the way of the dinosaur, but I still love it too!
I like blogs. I get lost in Facebook and Instagram. I like seeing and reading about a project, a tutorial, a location, life. I hardly ever comment anywhere on any platform. But I enjoy and learn. Any of the social platforms look like very hard work, takes much time and organization, and being comfortable with exposure.
I don't remember from whose blog I came to yours, but I am glad I did. I don't do FB, Instagram, etc. So, there are a lot of blogs I have quit following for that reason, or the content got to be more of what I wasn't interested in than what it was when I started following it. It seems they put all the good stuff on the other platforms. So, thank you for continuing to blog.
Happy Blogiversary. I agree with you that life in blogland has certainly changed over all these years. I still enjoy following your blog, as well as other creative blogs. I enjoy the inspiration, as well as the fact that in blogland vs other social media tools, we get a chance to share more of who we are with others. While I truly wish you lived next door, your sharing via your blog is the next best thing.
PS - Your giveaway is lovely and very generous, but should my name be randomly selected I want to ask you to pick someone else. I am finding little time to sew and have a larger stash than my expected lifetime.
I have been following your blog for quite a while. I enjoy reading it. I know your lost your mojo there for a while and am glad it is coming back. Happy anniversary. Hope many more follow.
Congratulations! I've been reading your blog for a good long while! I still like to follow a lot of blogs especially those with quilting and sewing projects.
Ik waardeer het heel erg dat u al 13 jaar blogt. Jammer dat er zoveel bloggers mee gestopt zijn, maar ik begrijp het wel. Instagram en FB. Ik hoop dat u nog lang blijft bloggen. Groeten Wilma Oud
Congratulations. I dont really know how long I have been following, but I enjoy reading your blogs. thank you for the generous give a way. the weather here is cold. it is 9 degrees and the wind is -10. it is snowy but sunny right now.
quilting-lady@comcast.net
I'm not sure how Long I've been reading your blog, but I have learned a lot and look forward to it coming. Residing now in Tennessee but lived in Oregon for lots and lots of years. Happy quilting.
Happy anniversary. I still enjoy seeing what you are working on for quilts. It is bitter cold here again near Philadelphia after having 60 degrees earlier in the week.
I have been reading for several years. Blogs are easier to follow. 13 years is a milestone inches age of technology. I sure hope you continue. Thank you.
cmdorsey@hotmail.com
Hi. I've enjoyed your blog for about 5 years and comment occasionally. Living in Southern California I'm not sure anyone wants to hear about our winter weather but here it is. All week it's been in the 70's except Tuesday...we had a little rain. Next week it will dip to the 50's on Tues. and Wed. (light rain) then back to low 70's. Nights are in the high 30's. It's perfect weather. Thank you for the giveaway!
Congrats! I’ve been following a few years & enjoy reading your comments. Great giveaway!
Congratulations on your Blogiversary! I found your blog during the Tickled Pink blog hop and became a follower. I liked what I saw on your blog at that time and am looking forward to reading each blog post. Thank you so much for the chance at your generous giveaway.
Honestly, I have no idea how long I have been following you. Congratulations, it takes time and discipline. I am in NC it should be warm but I am freezing, 25 here. Please Spring come.
Happy Blogiversary! I only found your blog about a year ago, but I've followed it since that time, as I don't do FB or Instagram and enjoy reading about someone else's life and hobbies. It's like having a pen pal (remember those?!). After a while you feel as if, through their blog, you know this person you will probably never meet.
Happy Blogiversary! I've been following for many years, not sure how long. I enjoy a blog so much more than the quick hit facebook or instagram. Glad you are still blogging and hope for many more years of following along.
I’ve been reading your blog for almost as long as you’ve been writing it. I hope that you continue for many more years. Happy anniversary! Thanks for the giveaway and the chance.
Loving both your blogs and look forward to what's new. Keep up the good work
Been reading your blog for years, 4-5? We met once, at Happy Apple, when you gave me some selvages for my guild. I'm from Brandon, so our weather is identical.
I don't have a Google account, so can't select that option.
Debbie Williams
DWilli2359@aol.com
Happy Blogiversary Jocelyn, from Illinois! I have enjoyed following your blog for many years. Facebook has some good points but reading blogs will always be my first love. I especially love the blog hops! I learned to quilt following blogs and will forever be grateful for those bloggers past and present who have and continue to give me quilts to dream about! :)
I have enjoyed reading your blog quilts books and all happy anniversary! I live on the prairie of South Dakota and expecting snow, cold and wind.
Straythreads @ yahoo.com
Congrats! I enjoy reading your blog posts. I live in Ohio. It has been snowy but is now warming up. I think I have been reading your blog about 1 year.
slrdowney at hotmail dot com
I still love your blog! Trends change ... don't stop, we'd all miss you!
Thanks for doing what you do!
Good Monday!!
I took a little blog break in search of a little isolationism. I am back and glad to see that you are still blogging. I started blogging in 2008 I think. I refuse to jump ship to IG. You are gifting lovely fabric. Best wishes to you and thank you for continuing to blog.
xx, Carol
Congratulations on 13 years! That takes quite a bit of dedication and and work to keep going that long. Yes, a lot have gone to Facebook, and I enjoy reading those pages too, but Facebook can never replace a good read on a blog. I just like the format better and it's much easier on the eyes. Thank you for sticking with it. I've been a follower for maybe a couple of years or so.
We're having rain here in Mississippi and it's supposed to rain all week long.
I am think I am a no reply so my email is akcaliente@gmail.com. Iostly make up my ow patterns or improv quilting. After long days at legal/ regulatory job, I jus can't seem to read more instructions. Theanks for opportunity. & Congrats for blogging! I tried but didn't seem to ever succeed. I enjoy yours!
I’ve followed your blog for a while now. I’ve enjoyed blogs for years. Happy blogiversary!
The weather here is going nuts - 80’s and then we’re supposed to have ice and cold. Typical Texas weather for February.
Happy blogiversary!! I have enjoyed reading about your quilting journey over the years.
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