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A Thank You Giveaway From Us To You

Thankful Quote

I’m not sure we say it often enough but we are so very thankful for all of you.

We love your emails, comments and Facebook likes.

So many of you ladies we have never “met” but we feel like you are a part of our inner circle of friends.  Elizabeth and I talk about so many of you so often….as if you all lived in our neighborhood….and it confuses our husbands (they never know who is “real” and who is an “internet” friend…although to us it’s all the same).

We truly appreciate you spending a little bit of your precious time here with us.  Every single one of you who click onto our site help us to do what we love—and that is share our love of sewing and family.   That time you spend with us is appreciated…very much.  Very much indeed.

We wish we could send you all a thanksgiving care package because this year, most especially, our hearts are full of thanksgiving for each of you.  Because of all of your support we have coming up in these next few months fantastic things that we will get to share…and we are grateful.

So today we have a heartfelt  “thank you” give away from us to one of you.  It’s a care package of some of our favorite things to help kick start your holiday sewing:

*A Fat Quarter Bundle from Riley Blake Fabrics

*A Box of Colored Thread

*A New Rotary Cutter

*A New Seam Ripper

(And quite possibly a few other goodies that we have tucked away.)

All you have to do to enter is to leave us a comment telling us what you are thankful for this Thanksgiving season.

(And then if you want another chance to win “like” us on Facebook and leave us a separate comment so that we know to put your name in the hat a second time!)

Good Luck and Thank You Again

….we couldn’t do this without all of you….

-liZ

(Ok…and if you want a third chance you can follow us on Instagram…just leave that in a separate comment as well so we can add your name in the drawing again as well!)

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  1. JenniferN in SC says

    To start, I am thankful for this blog and all the great ideas you two share!
    Than the list goes on from there: my kids, my husband, family, Jesus, friends…
    and, yes, even smoothies, which I love and make just about every day.

    There is so much to be thankful for!

  3. Begum Sen says

    I am thankful that I have started sewing this year. It will be completely 1 year next week since I’ve got my lovely sewing machine. In one year, sewing has improved my self-confidence, enriched my previously wasted free times and inspired people around me about importance of self-producing instead of just consuming. I am so thankful!

  9. Sherry says

    It sounds cliche, but I am thankful for family. We moved away from family for almost 9 years and we are so thankful to be back. I am thankful that my kids can grow up with their cousins and create new memories and traditions. On Thanksgiving we will host 20 family members and I could not be more thrilled. The number could grow, as we take in strays, no one should be alone on a holiday. If I am being really honest, I am really thankful that we have the space and the means to have everyone. The work will start days ahead, and it will be so loud (minus once the food hits the table) and clean up is never fun, but I seriously can not wait. I started planning last week.

  12. Nina says

    I’m thankful for my new granddaughter and all the joy she brings to our lives. I’m also thankful for my wonderful husband who seems to live to spoil me.

  13. courtney says

    Especially thankful for healthy family this year and a husband who makes it possible for me to stay home with our children.

  14. Sharon J. says

    I am thankful for a loving Heavenly Father who has blessed me with a wonderful husband and three beautiful children. Life would not be complete without them.

  22. Diana says

    Thankful for my two sweet kiddos and a beautiful place to call home (but that it’s not my final home and I have heaven to look forward to!) 🙂

  23. Sarah J. says

    I’m thankful for family and for the opportunities I have. Love your blog- you have the kindest, funniest way of sharing. I always look forward to seeing a new post from you guys in my feed- thanks for all you take the time to share!

  24. Paige says

    I am thankful for all of my beautiful children, my health, and a my loving husband that makes it possible for me to stay home and care for my family and home.

  25. Nicola B says

    I am thankful for my husband and two lovely boys…..I am especially thankful for my husband working so hard over the last 11 years so that I was able to stay home with my boys as they were growing up.

  26. Jennifer Blackman says

    I am thankful for my husband because he works so hard to take care of us and give me the opportunity to stay home with our kids and play in my studio instead of having to work.

  29. Jennifer Blackman says

    I like you on facebook and am thankful for all the cool things you post on there. 🙂

  36. Hannah says

    So many things to be thankful for, but at the top of my list: my kids, my husband, and the unfailing love and grace of God.

  40. Lindsey says

    This Thanksgiving season I’m grateful for education! I’m almost done with my second degree and couldn’t be more excited or feel more blessed.

  41. Robin says

    I am very thankful for the support of my friends and family through what has been a very difficult time of late.

  43. Alicia Sidlauskas says

    I am thankful for my two kids, my husband and having found a good balance in my life between work, family and”me” time (sewing).

  45. Michelle says

    I am incredibly thankful for this life filled with my family and friends. I am also thankful for the internet!~ Seriously good resource and way to connect.

  50. Nancy says

    I am very thankful for all my family and friends, and the opportunity to enjoy giving back to community with my time and paying it forward.

  51. Sara says

    I’m thankful for my two amazing little girls and while I experience too much stress from my day job, I’m thankful for it also because it allows me to get my girls off the bus and have more time with them than another job that might be less stressful, it’s an odd Catch 22.

  55. Shannon Miller says

    So thankful for my children, family, friends and good health..lets not forget chocolate 🙂

  56. Carolyn says

    I’m thankful for the opportunities I have in life to work towards my own business and for the friends and family who support my goals.

  57. Bonnie says

    So thankful for my health, and that of my family. It has been a difficult year for my extended family, and we are grateful to be healthy and looking forward to getting together for Thanksgiving. Thanks for the giveaway!

  61. Janice says

    I am thankful that I can do what I love everyday (which is sew, of course!). And that my husband does not know the true extent of my fabric stash 😉

  62. Ashleigh J says

    I am so thankful that my husband is still here after having a heart attack in August and having to have bypass surgery. I can’t imagine what we would have done without him (we have 3 small children). I am thankful for every day I get now!

  65. December Taylor says

    I am thankful for my kids, my grandkids and the wonderful years I have had with my husband..

  66. Sharon T says

    I am thankful for my sweet grandchildren. I’m also so very grateful for the many bloggers, such as you, who share so much inspiration and creativity.

  67. Karen says

    I am thankful for wonderful family and friends, who are always there for me when I need them. I already like you on Facebook.

  68. Rebecca Steele says

    I am thankful that this Thanksgiving my family will be celebrating the holidays in our own home after losing everything in a house fire last June. We are truly blessed to have wonderful people to help us get here.

  69. Sherri says

    I am thankful for a sewing teacher that makes hours seem like minutes and I don’t want to leave! I am thankful I found your site this year and am going to participate in making skirts next year. I am thankful for life, love and the pursuit of happiness.

  71. Mischelle P says

    I am thankful for so many thing! My family, the fact that I have a job and a home and my fantastic friends! Thanks for the opportunity to win this.

  72. Terri C says

    So thankful my daughters are close so I can see them and my sweet granddaughter’s all the time. My wonderful mom is only blocks away. And I’m thankful for the wonderful world of of the net. I learn so much from sweet people like you!

  76. Sandy A in St. Louis says

    Thank YOU for a fun and informative blog! This Thanksgiving I am thankful for a job that I love, people in my life who make me happy, a house to keep me warm and safe, and family who put up with me! 🙂

  77. Kristin G. says

    I’m thankful for the many blessings in my life including my my family, our health, and opportunities to help others.

  84. Ginger says

    I am thankful for the MANY blessing in my life! First my family, my husband’s job that allows me to stay home with my kids, our home, a full pantry, and on and on and on.

  85. Chris says

    After spending my morning scrubbing floors, cleaning the fridge and dusting I am thankful I have a husband to help, a house to clean and I can still crawl around on my knees at my age.

  86. Denise says

    I am thankful for the beautiful family the Lord has given me and for his unchanging grace 🙂

  91. Kelly Tuttle says

    Its hard to pick 1 thing to be thankful for! Last year was a hard year for my family in many ways, but all in all I find myself being thankful that the ones in my family who are sick are still with us, that God has provided for us thru joblessness , after 11 years of marriage I haven’t driven my husband crazy & that as much as my 4 kids make me lose my mind (they are 5, 3, 2 & 10 months & none of them are in school yet- home with me all day!) I still love them with all of my heart. Lots to be thankful for!

  96. Amy H says

    I am thankful for my amazing husband who has helped me more than he will ever know as the 1 yr anniversary of my Moms passing approaches. She gave me her sewing machine when she could no longer see and my first quilt was a patchwork I made her of all the fabric she’s made us clothes out of over the years.

  99. Joy b says

    I am so thankful that all of my grown children and will be together at Thanksgiving this year. My youngest has been working overseas for almost 2 years so this will be the first time in many months that we have all been together. I’m thankful for the Internet, which allowed us to video chat in real time while she was away, but there’s nothing like getting a hug in person. As an extra blessing I have a sweet granddaughter and a wonderful son-in-law who will also be with us.

  100. Darcie says

    I’m thankful for the community spirit of the internet and all my friends I’ve found there. It’s so fun to be able to share my love of sewing with people around the world.

  101. Chiara Aldridge says

    I am thankful for my family, especially my children and husband. I am so very thankful that my husband has a stable job and that he can provide for us. I am thankful for my Savior Jesus Christ and his infinite atonement. I could go on and on, but those are the top ones for right now.

  106. Bri Johnson says

    My children are the greatest gift, and I’m thankful everyday that I have been blessed with them.

  110. Laura D says

    Oh, and one fantastic thing… my sister. She survived cancer this year. We almost lost her several times, and I’m so grateful that she’s still here.

  113. Joyce Carter says

    I am thankful for my family, my precious grandchildren, and my friends-not only the ones I see, but the ones that I have made online. I am thankful for my health and for all the blessings that my Father has given me. Thank you so much for the giveaway.

  114. christina says

    I am thankful, now that I’ve had my gallbladder removed, that I can eat Thanksgiving Day dinner without having to resort to plain boiled potatoes and deli turkey slices!

  115. Joyce Carter says

    I follow you on Facebook. I really enjoy reading about all the “adventures” that you manage to have. Thank you again.

  116. Kathie M says

    I am thankful to get through a year without any major health problems for anyone in the family!

  117. Katie P says

    Thank you so much for this giveaway!

    I am so unbelievably thankful for my family. My husband is such a gift that I can’t even put into words how thankful I am for him. My children are healthy and happy and these wonderful, unique little people – they crack me up daily. I have two awesome parents who are young enough to be active participants in my life and the lives of my children; in fact, my dad watches my kids during the week while I’m at work. I have a great younger brother who has turned into such a pal. I am also fortunate to have great in-laws who, while so different from my own family, love my children so dearly that it almost takes my breath away. I am truly blessed, and so incredibly grateful for all these wonderful people!

  122. Kelly P says

    I am thankful for my sweet sweet children and my husband who makes me feel like I can do this mother-of-seven thing!

  126. Linda says

    I “Like” you on FB, but what’s more important is that truly do “LIKE” your stories. 🙂

  127. Renee says

    We moved this year, away from family and friends, and I am thankful that my family has found a beautiful, welcoming community in our new home.

  128. Linda says

    I am thankful to be alive and breathing and enjoying this wonderful world. I know there is a lot of horrible stuff going on all over and some of it touches me deeply and makes me sad, but for the most part, people are good and Life is Good, and I am truly thankful.

  133. Diana says

    This year, I am more aware and grateful for mine and my families good health. There are so many people around us struggling with different types of cancer it has really help me put some things in perspective.

  136. Vicki F. says

    I’m thankful that my preemie granddaughter is doing so well, and might be home in time for Thanksgiving.

  142. Eleanor says

    I am thankful for my family, my job, fabric, coffee, fresh salsa, mountains, bacon, vacations, and books. 🙂

  149. Denise says

    I am thankful for my amazing husband/best friend, each of my 8 kids, the new son in law who is about to join our crazy family & for being blessed beyond my wildest dreams! …And my sewing room…not necessarily alway in that order!! Lol!!!

  151. Audrey says

    I’m thankful for every chance I get to sew! How about for your monthly Days to celebrate post? Not enough? Well then I guess I’m thankful for a large family to sew for!

  161. Rina says

    I am thankful that I have been able to provide a place for my sister to live while she gets back on her feet. Nothing better than having family that has your back as I know that both she and my brother would do the same for me if I needed help.

  167. Crystal D. says

    I’m thankful for my friends. It’s been a really weird year, but thankfully I’ve had some good friends to keep me going. Being at home ALL DAY every day can make a mama a little batty, but having people to share pinterest recipes, memes, and youtube videos with throughout the long days is a blessing I’m lucky to have. They may be far away geographically, but mentally, we share the same little padded room and eat pudding at snack time. I LOVE MY PALS!

  169. Laura J. says

    I’ve been thinking on this one a lot today because my little one is turning four tomorrow. We struggled with infertility for years before we were blessed with her and so far we’ve been striking out on a second one. I am just so thankful every single day to have that tiny blessing in my life. I could not be more grateful for her. Even on the days she makes me want to rip my hair out!

  170. Laura J. says

    I also follow you on facebook, where I am always thankful to hear about your antics! Have a fantastic Thanksgiving, ladies!!

  173. Dana says

    I am thankful for our 3 beautiful & happy girls. I’m thankful for my supportive & loving husband. I’m thankful for everything we have & everything we don’t. This year has been very trying for us, but we have each other and we have made it!!

  175. LJ says

    Good Health!! Lately, several of my friends and relatives have been given some scary and sad news about their health so I am immensely thankful for my husband’s and my good health.

  180. Mindy says

    I’m Thankful for my family. My husband is loving and supportive. He provides for our home so that I can be with our kids. I’m thankful to be able to home school our children and spend as much precious time with them as I can.

  184. Alexis says

    This year I am especially thankful for my little family. My son and husband light up my world. I am thankful that after years of prayers our family growing by one more with a little bundle on the way. The very best of blessings are my family.

  187. Katie says

    I am thankful that I am able to pay a surprise visit to my grandma who turned 100 years old this week. It’s my first trip from the US to Scotland in three years to see my family. I feel very lucky.

  194. Jackie Thompson says

    I am very thankful for my family. We added twin baby boys to our family this year, so we are feeling extra blessed!

  198. Mandy says

    I’m thankful for a job that allows me to set my own schedule and has the properties of faith first, family second, career third so that we can achieve our family goals and our dreams 🙂

  199. lisa annette lee says

    I am so very thankful that God loves me so much that He gave me an amazing life with a beautiful family. Thank you for sharing!

  202. Nancy Graves says

    I found y’all in facebook early this year and thoroughly enjoy your blogs. So thankful this year for my family and that we have our grandchildren living close so we get to spend lotta time with them.

  203. Gidget says

    I am thankful for my family… a patient husband who encourages my sewing and knitting adventures and my teen-aged daughter who willingly wears my creations and says they are perfect… even when they are not.

  205. Donna says

    I’m thankful that in the midst of illness and loss, God has provided for us, held us together, and given us joy in sweet but simple pleasures.

  208. Elizabeth W says

    This year I am thankful most for my mom. I seem to take her for granted a lot while raising my kids and being married.

  210. Michaela Fuller says

    This season I am so thankful for God’s grace. It’s been a hard year and I’m thankful He has seen us through. And of course my husband and 3 kiddos.

  211. Melinda McMahan says

    I am thankful for my grandchildren…there was a time awhile back it looked like I would not have any. However, come April, between two daughters, I will have 4 grandchildren under the age of 2-1/2! I am so blessed!

  213. Karly Nelson says

    I am thankful for the life that we have. I know by 1st world standards we don’t do too well, but my children have two parents in the home that love them, they have a roof over their heads, food in their tummy’s and clothes on their backs. You can’t ask for more in life.

  215. Linda Blakita says

    I am thankful for the blogs from young mothers who sew, for I was one once, and it takes me back to those wonderful, hectic days. I am thankful for my family, and their love. For our good health, and successful eye surgery this week. I am thankful that I can sew each day for my family and grandchildren, in my own sewing room!

  216. Kathy E. says

    I am most thankful for my wonderful, loving husband. I married him 31 years ago and love him more today than ever. He is my greatest gift!

  217. Leslie Bower says

    I am thankful for dear friends that we spend every Thanksgiving with since family members live so far away.

  225. Cecilia says

    I am thankful for my family and friends this year. We welcomed a new granddaughter this Fall and I’m looking forward to spending time with her this Thanksgiving. Thanks for the giveaway.

  227. Dea says

    1. 🙂 I feel the embarrassment of riches that my regular old daily life is ~ my daughter was born on Thanksgiving and as an adult we are very close – thankful indeed ~

  229. Emily says

    I’m thankful for moments that I get to spend with my grandmother. I’m glad I have pictures of her holding my two babies. Gram has less than a month left in this life. In these days my focus has sharpened and my mindfulness has risen as I savor so many little things. I feel a tide of gratefulness for life and it sustains me.

  236. Sally King says

    i am thankful our daughter is working her way from depression. I am thankful our family stayed strong and together throughout it.

  238. Lydia says

    I am incredibly thankful for all the opportunities that my partner and I have had over the last years, both in our private as well as in our work life. On top of that we are expecting our first child (one of the reasons the sewing machine has come out of its corner) – so happy, excited and grateful that the little one is doing well.

  241. Nancy Lynn Hilderbrand says

    I am thankful for the past 8 years I have lived to enjoy my family. Have been on Dialysis since 2005 and would like to make them all quilts

  244. Jeannette says

    I am thankful for the good health of my family and friends and for the privilege and continued ability to sew and quilt.

  245. Alison c says

    I am thankful for my family and the opportunities I have to visit them. I have been blessed with the resources to fly across the country and see my children and grandchildren, with the ability to iMessage and face time, and hold fantastic family reunions. I am also thankful for those who have served or are presently serving in the armed forces so that we might enjoy freedom.

  248. Nancy M says

    I’m thankful that my family is healthy and loves and cares for one another. I” thankful that when it is all said and done we have enough to share with others.

  253. Jan says

    Just being really honest here – the last 2 years were really stinky. I’m thankful god put the right people in my life to help me navigate the rough parts. Things are looking good for this thanksgiving and I am thankful! Jan

  254. Sherry VF says

    Like so many others, I’m definitely thankful for my family. Friends are fabulous, but family is what really counts. svonfumetti at yahoo dot com

  256. Amanda says

    I Am thankful for the air I breathe each day, Family friends & the chance to craft and sew each day.

  257. Cheryl says

    My family has been working on dozens of boxes of gifts for kids in need this Christmas — I am thankful it is my children and I giving, not needing to receive.

  260. Hillary says

    I am grateful that I just learned why the shoulders on my blouses are always too big– because I’m a C cup and haven’t been using the high bust measurement like you suggest in your Sewing Party video! Thank you!

  266. Kendra W. says

    I am thankful for my wonderful husband who works hard (out of the country!) to provide for us. I am also thankful for our family and friends who were so supportive while my daughter and I were sick with pnuemonia. Their love sped our recovery!

  270. Lorri says

    I am thankful for my best friend who also happens to be my sister. Even better that we will get to spend Thanksgiving together with our families.

  271. Pamela says

    I am thankful for our new home that is allowing us the space to have all of our family come and visit. We live in a different state than everyone and are very excited to host our first Thanksgiving.

  278. auschick says

    I’m thankful that I have the resources to have a great sewing machine and fabric collection 🙂 🙂 Just wish I had more time to use it!

  279. auschick says

    I follow you on facebook 🙂 (were you aware they changed the rules on having that as an option in sweeps like this?)

  284. Kristy says

    I am thankful for the opportunity to slow down and just enjoy family traditions. For baking and crafting with my kids and making memories for forever! Thanks for your generous giveaway! Always so very much to be thankful for!

  287. Marie Biswell says

    We don’t have Thanksgiving here in Australia but sometimes I wish that we did. I think it would be awesome one day a year to say thankyou. Thankyou for being you. Thankyou for sunny days in the garden weeding with the kids. Thankyou for living in a peaceful country. Thankyou for being blessed with an awesome son & cheeky monkey baby girl. And totally thankful for such great giveaways!

  289. diane B says

    Bloggers. I’m truly thank you for your inspiration.
    My family first and foremost too, as I’m always inspired by their passions for life and pets.

  290. diane B says

    Liked Simple Simon and Co. on Facebook.
    Thank you so much for your awesome bundle of goodies!

  291. Jenny Hiett says

    I am thankful for the talent I have been blessed with and my husband who puts up with all the “messes” I make.

  293. Jess says

    I’m so thankful for my family, for the adventure of home-schooling my children and for a job that lets me work from home so I can be there for them. 🙂

    Thanks, ladies!!
    Jess

  296. Kristie says

    I am thankful for the fun memories I was able to make with my own little family this year. A very blessed year!

  299. CarrieO says

    Today I am thankful for many things, but especially autumn and the beautiful colored leaves that I get to walk through.

  302. Rachel says

    I am thankful that my husband is going to make me my sewing space just like I asked (even if it will be in the family room (where the tv is).)

  303. Melia Belonus says

    I am thankful this year for transitions. Really? No one likes change, but we have so much changing in our family. Number one child is a freshman at college. Number two child a freshman in high school….and we have new routines, plans, and, for me, now some extra time. I am sewing again, checking out blogs and ideas and taking a little time for myself! Your blog is enjoyable! Thank you for your skills and gifts. Melia.

  306. KelliK says

    Ah, so sweet! Thank you!

    I am so grateful this season for the big things (family, health, security). I am also so grateful for the little things- libraries with story time, a more reliable car which we purchased a few months ago, and fresh flowers that really brighten my day.

    Happy Thanksgiving!

    PS. I’ve liked you on Facebook a little while ago. 🙂

  310. Hannah says

    I am thankful for my husband and for him allowing me to try and make mistakes with all of my sewing projects.

  312. Christine says

    I am thankful for my family and for being able to bring comfort to people through prayer quilts I sew with with my sewing group.

  313. Cindy says

    I am thankful to have a job. Sometimes it seems that it is not enough to make it month to month but at least I have an income to be able to provide for my family.

  316. Beverly says

    There are so many things that I am truly thankful for, but I think for the past 7 years there is one thing that is always at the forefront of my mind. I am so thankful for the advances that have been made for Type 1 diabetics. My daughter was diagnosed at age 7. But what I am always the most thankful for is that her illness wasn’t anything worse. There are so many families who have to deal with such awful, tragic illnesses and my heart goes out to them and it makes me so appreciative that we haven’t had to deal with anything like that.