Seems like ages since I popped in here. I know some of you check everyday for an update and I really appreciate hearing that. I seem to be in a quiet, productive phase right now. Doing many things. And all at once. Or so it seems. Was up past my bedtime last night working on the MAY Bonus designs, that I suddenly realized were promised on the website *today*. eedgads. I'd completely spaced out on them. Where did April go? So, borrowing a little inspiration from my afternoon spent with a group of homeschoolers yesterday, out at Hesthaven, an Audubon Society outreach in the area, I bring to you a little more spring flora and fauna. And naturally--I had to throw in a cake for good measure, and to commemorate grand-baby Olivia turning ONE next week! Hard to believe. Hope you like, and find fun things to do with them. I know you will.
After a week of so-so weather, another day has opened up to be nothing short of gorgeous. Just the tonic we need. I have so much to tackle today. And I'm making slow and steady progress on my new book too. I can't wait to show you. In the meantime, to celebrate May Day: a give-away! I have a signed copy of Blanket Statement available right now. The last one of the bunch. (I'll order more soon though). Leave a comment for a chance to win one for yourself, or to give as a gift if you already bought one (and thank you btw!) I'll announce a winner sometime next week. One more thing, and I always hate to say this, but due to postage and shipping issues, the give-away is limited to U.S. regions.
UPDATE:: Comments are now closed. Winner to be announced Wednesday, May 6th!
Happy May Day! The purple-blue flowers in your photo are just lovely. I'm so glad it's finally spring. :)
Posted by: Shannon | May 01, 2009 at 10:21 AM
Congrats on your book! I cannot wait to get one. I thought your blanket crafts were great.
Happy Birthday Olivia. How exciting turning one can be. Have a great week.
Tina Kay
Posted by: Tina Kay | May 01, 2009 at 10:27 AM
Spring has sprung!! Beauty is in the air. Thanks for letting us peek into your world!
Posted by: Bethany Johnson | May 01, 2009 at 10:28 AM
Happy May Day and congratulations on your book! I adore your blog for all of its beautiful craftiness. :)
Posted by: Tracy | May 01, 2009 at 10:29 AM
Happy May Day to you and your family. Thank you for the beautiful picture of spring flowers.
Posted by: Anita | May 01, 2009 at 10:32 AM
Happy May Day! Thank you for sharing your world...you are an inspiration!
Posted by: Debbie | May 01, 2009 at 10:38 AM
Thank you for another chance in one of your giveaways. I would love to win your book. You are generous to your readers. Hope you have a lovely spring.
Posted by: Cgirl | May 01, 2009 at 10:44 AM
What beautiful flowers and a beautiful giveaway - thanks!
Posted by: Anne | May 01, 2009 at 10:49 AM
I would love a chance to win a signed copy of your beautiful book. Happy May Day!
Posted by: Donna | May 01, 2009 at 10:50 AM
I would love a copy of your book!
Blessings,
Diane
Posted by: Diane | May 01, 2009 at 10:52 AM
Those flowers are beautiful! Happy May day! I can't wait to see your new book! I love your blog.
Posted by: Debbie | May 01, 2009 at 10:53 AM
What beautiful hydrangeas. Happy May Day to you!
Posted by: Laura | May 01, 2009 at 10:54 AM
Beautiful flowers! I would love a chance to win your book, thank you!
Posted by: Nadine | May 01, 2009 at 10:59 AM
Happy May Day! I'm having a giveaway too!
Posted by: Jessica | May 01, 2009 at 11:11 AM
Happy May Day to you, Vicki! BEAUTIFUL flowers! I can't wait for your next book. I clicked on your Blanket Statment link and I must comment about that adorable mouse who pops out from behind your book -- too. cute. for. words. I want one to pop out from behind my book! :)
Posted by: Sharon M. | May 01, 2009 at 11:15 AM
I so want one. Looks like a lot of fun. Love May Day!
Posted by: Celaine | May 01, 2009 at 11:21 AM
Happy May Day!
And thank you for sharing like you do... you bring a spring breeze in to my days.
Posted by: Natalie | May 01, 2009 at 11:32 AM
Cool. Happy May Day!
Posted by: Amanda | May 01, 2009 at 11:38 AM
Oh, wow, what gorgeous hydrangeas!!! And I love the vase they're in too. Please add my name to your drawing--I adore your blog.
Posted by: Vera | May 01, 2009 at 11:41 AM
Happy May Day to you! And a happy birthday to little Olivia. :)
Posted by: Elizabeth | May 01, 2009 at 11:42 AM
I am someone who was pleased to check in and see a new post today. ;o) Happy May Day to you--thanks for all the inspiration!
Posted by: Janna | May 01, 2009 at 11:51 AM
With a birthday in May your lovely book would be such a sweet 'self-gift'.
Those 'self-gifts' were created shortly after we were married. He isn't much for gift giving and so suggested I buy something I really love and he'd wrap it.
It has worked out perfectly for 40 years!
Posted by: Arlene | May 01, 2009 at 11:58 AM
Happy Bealtaine! I love the hydrangeas on your photo. Have a lovely day.
Kelli
Posted by: Kelli | May 01, 2009 at 12:01 PM
My birthday is next week. My baby lilacs are growing up. I wake up to singing birds every morning and stay up later with the sun. These are a few reasons why May is my favorite month.
Happy May Day.
Those hydrangeas are nothing short of beautiful. Oh my. I hope that you dry your hydrangeas and display them throughout your home all year long. If I had them, I know I would!
Posted by: Rebecca | May 01, 2009 at 12:07 PM
I love your blog.It seems that Spring has sprung and I am ready for it.I know how wonderful grandbabies are so a very Happy Birthday to Olivia!
Posted by: Sandy Barnes | May 01, 2009 at 12:17 PM
Happy May Day and Congratulations on the book. I would just love to have a signed copy. Thank you for the chance and your generosity.
JD
visionquest2020@msn.com
Posted by: JD | May 01, 2009 at 12:23 PM
Happy First of May! I would really like to win your book! Thanks for this drawing!
Posted by: Teresa | May 01, 2009 at 12:25 PM
I love your ideas! And to have a copy of the book would be icing on the cake.
Posted by: Elaine | May 01, 2009 at 12:27 PM
Happy May Day! I would love to win your book.
Posted by: Wylie | May 01, 2009 at 12:33 PM
I'm with you on the whole "where did april go?!?!?!" thing. Somehow it just sort of slipped by, and now I'm faced with the realization that my birthday is in three weeks and I'm moving next week. Ew.
Posted by: Elizabeth | May 01, 2009 at 12:37 PM
Oooh, I'd love a copy! Happy May Day.
Posted by: Jodi | May 01, 2009 at 12:53 PM
Happy May Day, Vicki. :) I would love a copy of your book, especially a signed one. I keep putting it on the lists of My Family Has Asked Me What Things I Desire and no one will get it for me! >:(
Posted by: Karin | May 01, 2009 at 12:53 PM
Happy May Day! I do believe spring has sprug, at last! I hope I win!
Posted by: Amy | May 01, 2009 at 12:55 PM
What a delicious surprise to have a post today. No pressure but I adore your blog. It always inspires me to be a better mom, house keeper, and friend. Thanks!
Posted by: Amy | May 01, 2009 at 01:02 PM
Enjoy your quiet, productive time! Life is full of so many different kinds of "seasons." Thanks for the chance to win your book...I don't have one so it would be a present to me!
Posted by: Julie | May 01, 2009 at 01:13 PM
Your picture today, as always, is lovely! I would love to win this drawing but it doesn't matter, I just love coming to your blog to see what you've been up to and I'm so happy for your productivity!
XOXO
Joni
Posted by: Joni | May 01, 2009 at 01:15 PM
Happy May Day! And thanks for the lovely giveaway!
Posted by: Kristin | May 01, 2009 at 01:25 PM
Despite the mess I made out of your lamb pattern, would you please consider letting me win the book? I would love it ever so much & we all know how much I could use the help! Have a great weekend!
Posted by: Laura Bray | May 01, 2009 at 01:38 PM
Happy May Day! You are so very generous.
Posted by: judy | May 01, 2009 at 01:45 PM
Of Course I want to enter for your wonderful book! Thanks for the chance to win it. I watch for your freebie embroideries every time. Love them...
Posted by: Diane | May 01, 2009 at 01:56 PM
Would love a copy of your book!
Posted by: Julie | May 01, 2009 at 01:57 PM
I've been refered to this giveaway by my mom. She told me that I would like your book, so I'm going to trust here and toss my name into this virtual hat. Thanks for the chance to win.
Posted by: Nancy | May 01, 2009 at 02:05 PM
Perfect day for a giveaway!
Happy weekend, Vicki!
xo
Posted by: Dawn | May 01, 2009 at 02:05 PM
Are those hydrangeas real? They are perfect looking.
Another give-away! You are extremely generous.
Posted by: Jennifer | May 01, 2009 at 02:11 PM
Ooh, how generous! Thank you!
Posted by: Jessica | May 01, 2009 at 02:21 PM
I am a regular visitor to your blog and would love to recieve a signed copy of your book.
Gail
Posted by: Gail Holland | May 01, 2009 at 02:22 PM
Beautiful hydrangeas! They were my Grandmother's favorite flowers! Awesome giveaway!
Posted by: Loralynn | May 01, 2009 at 02:24 PM
Love the flowers and the giveaway. Thanks!
Posted by: Andrea | May 01, 2009 at 02:48 PM
Ahh who wouldn't want to win a pretty Blanket STatement book! And gaze upon your lovely blog. Always a lovely serene visit. xo
Posted by: pam | May 01, 2009 at 03:10 PM
I already have your book, but it isn't signed, so I'd really like to win! Then I could give mine away. I love your blog and miss visiting with you when you don't post.
Posted by: Janeen | May 01, 2009 at 03:18 PM
Ooh, how sweet! Count me in--hope May Day found you surrounded by love and light.
Posted by: sherri s. | May 01, 2009 at 03:43 PM
oh me...pick me...i love your blog...and wish you lived next door...we would be fine friends...
Posted by: barbara | May 01, 2009 at 04:14 PM
I've been meaning to make a few softies. This book would be just the motivation and guidance I need.
Posted by: The Clever Mom | May 01, 2009 at 04:37 PM
Your beautiful hydrangea photo made me think of my Grandmother and Great Aunt. They were twins and lived together in the same house all their lives. There was a blue hydrangea in the front yard that would grow to a tree over the sidewalk every summer. My Mom has a cutting from it growing in her front yard here in Florida. Thank you and Bless You. Happy May Day!
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Posted by: Scotti | May 01, 2009 at 05:07 PM
Happy May Day Vickie!
Thank you for the opportunity to win your wonderful book. The creations on the cover are just adorable! Those Hydrangeas are beautiful too!
Posted by: Sharon D. | May 01, 2009 at 05:09 PM
Happy May Day! Thanks for such a great giveaway, I'd love to win a copy of your book :)
Posted by: Annie | May 01, 2009 at 05:12 PM
Happy May Day, I'd love a copy of your book. It's on my Amazon Wishlist... and one day maybe I'll find a nice woolen blanket just like yours!
Posted by: Michelle | May 01, 2009 at 05:37 PM
Fun giveaway!
Happy Mayday!
♥
Posted by: Martha | May 01, 2009 at 05:44 PM
Happy Spring!
Posted by: Betty | May 01, 2009 at 06:01 PM
Happy May Day to you as well! :)
And what a super gift to giveaway. I would LOVE to win. :)
Have a beautiful weekend!
Chas
Posted by: Chas | May 01, 2009 at 06:04 PM
Happy May Day! Please add my name to the drawing. Beautiful flowers.
Posted by: Jeanne | May 01, 2009 at 06:11 PM
Oh, I am so glad to hear of this giveaway! I'd love to be entered!
Posted by: Barbara H. | May 01, 2009 at 06:20 PM
Your book looks lovely - please put my name in your drawing. Happy May, everyone!
Posted by: Amy | May 01, 2009 at 07:13 PM
Happy May Day!
Posted by: sarah | May 01, 2009 at 07:16 PM
Your flowers are beautiful! And love the new May patterns :)
Posted by: Emily S | May 01, 2009 at 07:38 PM
Happy May Day!
Your book looks great - I love making something from (almost) nothing. Thanks for the inspiration.
Posted by: Patty S | May 01, 2009 at 07:50 PM
i love may day-it's my youngest son's birthday! happy spring and thanks for the wonderful chance!!
Posted by: suesue | May 01, 2009 at 08:02 PM
Happy May Day! Looks like beautiful flowers are popping in your neck of the woods! How very generous of you to hostess a giveaway!
Posted by: Sue | May 01, 2009 at 08:37 PM
I love reading your blog for inspiration in my crafting. Happy May Day to you!
Posted by: Missy | May 01, 2009 at 09:24 PM
Happy May Day to you. I am so ready for spring!
Posted by: Angela Prince-Bex | May 01, 2009 at 09:26 PM
What a great way to start the month of May!
Posted by: Mindy | May 01, 2009 at 09:28 PM
I love May Day! We used to deliver hand-made baskets of candy to neighbors when I was a kid. Memories!
Posted by: Heidi | May 01, 2009 at 09:46 PM
Sending happy May Day wishes to you! (And crossing my fingers for luck to win the book!)
Posted by: Bettsi | May 01, 2009 at 10:23 PM
A copy of your book would simply be a wonderful treat!!! I so enjoy your blog....:)
Posted by: Lisa | May 02, 2009 at 12:36 AM
Happy May Day! I've been wanting a copy of your book since it came out. I love your blog.
Posted by: Christine | May 02, 2009 at 03:27 AM
Happy May Day!! What a lovely way to commemorate the day. Such pretty pictures!
Posted by: Sheilah | May 02, 2009 at 04:31 AM
I've been wanting to get my hands on a copy of your book for quite a while! Now if I could only find a blanket like that one you found!
Posted by: Paula | May 02, 2009 at 04:33 AM
I love the flowers. My hydrangea bush rarely has flowers. My favorites are the blue ones.
Posted by: Mrs. Sensibility | May 02, 2009 at 05:49 AM
Beautiful photograph! My dogs ripped my shrubs to shreds over the winter and I fear I will have no flowers at all, so I will enjoy yours :) I'd love to have a copy of your book....everytime I go to a thrift shop I'm on the lookout for a wool blanket, no luck so far ;)
Posted by: Loralyn | May 02, 2009 at 06:02 AM
There is so much living and work to do that sometimes it is hard to keep up with blogs...let alone My Space and Twitter. I have left those alone.
I am placing the blame on you though that I have become interested in embroidering again...thank you.
Congratulations on your Grandchild's first Birthday...Grandchildren are the best...I am bragging about mine in my current post :)
I am keeping my fingers crossed...I hardly ever win in drawings of any kind...perhaps this time, now that would be wonderful. xoxo
Posted by: Mo'a | May 02, 2009 at 06:07 AM
Very pretty! Happy Birthday Grandbaby, and I would love the book!!
Posted by: Renee E | May 02, 2009 at 06:24 AM
Happy Birthday to Olivia and Happy May day to you too. I'm still wondering too where April went as well as March...February...and January. It seems like 2009 is flying right by. Have a wonderful weekend.
Posted by: Judy | May 02, 2009 at 06:30 AM
Beautiful picture! Hydrangeas always remind me of my grandmother...she had a gorgeous hydrangea bush at her back door. I would love to be considered for the drawing. Your blog is one of my favorites!
Posted by: Cheryl Rhodes | May 02, 2009 at 06:46 AM
I love your Lambkin pattern and I'd love to make more of your things!
Posted by: elisabeth | May 02, 2009 at 07:28 AM
Oh, boy a chance to win your book? Yea! 'Cause I don't have it yet. Can't wait to see what your new book will be, too!
Posted by: tammyCA | May 02, 2009 at 07:40 AM
Happy Mayday and Happy Birthday Olivia.
Posted by: Cathy M | May 02, 2009 at 07:45 AM
What beautiful blooms!
Posted by: Lauren | May 02, 2009 at 08:54 AM
My Olivia just turned 16! So glad to see you back...and with a chance to win your book. What a treat!
Posted by: Susan | May 02, 2009 at 09:21 AM
I also would love to win a signed copy of your book!!! I began my blog reading (addiction) around the same time you were starting to put your blanket projects on your blog!
Hugs from Michigan - Diane
Posted by: Diane | May 02, 2009 at 10:06 AM
And I live in the US.....thanks!
I have a copy which is why I'd love to give one away to one of my handwork friends!
Bonnie
Posted by: Bonnie Buckingham | May 02, 2009 at 12:06 PM
lovely blooms!
Posted by: Nada | May 02, 2009 at 01:28 PM
Happy 1st of May! (I do have a US address, so I suppose I should be ok -- if I get lucky!)
What a treat!
Posted by: ktbb | May 02, 2009 at 01:39 PM
I'm just loving it that spring has sprung! and also loving the sweet and cozy space you've made on the internet. Thank you :)
Posted by: Catherine | May 02, 2009 at 04:09 PM
I have just the blanket in mind...pink wool. I love every one of your projects.
Posted by: Vicki | May 02, 2009 at 06:54 PM
What beautiful flowers, and ANTOHER book? Can't wait.....
Posted by: Donna | May 02, 2009 at 08:36 PM
Your heart needlecase is still my favorite. I would love to win a copy of your book. Thank you for doing a giveaway!
Posted by: Patty | May 02, 2009 at 09:33 PM
That book is so cute I would love to win it. Vera Sue
Posted by: Vera Sue Noll | May 02, 2009 at 10:17 PM
Count me in please.I would love to win a copy.
Posted by: ginny | May 02, 2009 at 10:25 PM
Ooh! What a special mother's day gift that would be!
Posted by: Jen | May 03, 2009 at 07:26 AM
I can't wait to check out your book, it looks wonderful. Count me in.
Posted by: shannon | May 03, 2009 at 08:54 AM