Sunday, May 16, 2010

You Just Can't Miss This Giveaway....

Hello Everyone,

Just this week I had the pleasure of sitting down with my friend, Marie Bostwick. For those of you who don't know who she is, she is a NY Times Bestselling author of some wonderful books, including the series pictured below.


If you love a good read about friendship, common bonds, quilting, and just plain fun, you will love these books. Any way, I interviewed her for my newest podcast Episode #13. You can listen to our chat by clicking here or by going to iTunes and searching for Jackie's Quilting Chronicles and subscribing. It is FREE! (While you are there, check out my other 12 quilting podcasts!)


Anyway, Marie and I had a wonderful morning together and I think that you will agree she is just a lovely individual with a talent for telling a great story and also a talent for quilting.

So if you have not read any of her books, you may want to check them out on Amazon or your local bookstore. But for one lucky individual, Marie has generously donated an autographed copy of her newest book... A Thread So Thin! It was just released at the end of April and I have finished it already. A terrific read!!


So here is what you need to do to be entered into the giveaway:

1. Leave a comment here and let me know if Marie's books are new to you or not. (1st entry)
2. Go check out Marie's Site by clicking here and register online and download your free quilting pattern. Then come back and tell me in a separate comment. (2nd entry)
3. Let me know if you are a follower of my blog, if not, become one and let me know, either way in a third comment. (3rd entry)

You don't have to do all three, but you have the opportunity to enter 3 times.

Remember there must be a way for me to contact you. Make sure that you e-mail is accessible.


The giveaway will remain open until May 23! On the 24th, I will draw the winner. In the meantime, check out the podcast and get to know Marie a little better.

The Giveaway is now closed. Check back tomorrow for the winner!

Oh, and my monthly newsletter for May is now available online here.

Until Next Time...


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Ingaredstoka said...

*Thanks for having this giveaway! Marie Bowtwick is new to me! I'm looking forward to read her books.

I'm a follower of your blog last year.

Susanne

Jenny said...

i have not read these books, although i see them often at the library. why am i waiting?

Nancy said...

Her books are new to me but I have them on my list to buy. Would love to win1

Karen said...

This is the first I have heard aboout Marie's books.

Nancy said...

I just registered on Marie's site. Can't wait to read more about her.

Nancy said...

I am already a follower of your blog. Love it!

Karen said...

I have successfully registered for Marie's site.

Karen said...

I receive your newsletter and your blog entries appear in my Google Reader.

Caron at Michigan Quilts said...

I have read Marie's first two books and will be picking up the latest one today. Awesome stories!

Caron at Michigan Quilts said...

I have been registered on Marie's site for about a month now. I need to grab her latest pattern.

Caron at Michigan Quilts said...

I have been a follower of your blog for quite some time. It appears in my Google Reader and on my web page. I love reciprocity! :)

Paula said...

This lady is new to me and her books look most interesting. Quilting and friendships go so well together!

Millie said...

Hi Jackie! I read your blog regularly. I am not familiar with Marie's books and would like to change that!

Dayna said...

I am not familiar with these books nor the author but love to read. Will need to look for them. Thanks!

sosarahsew said...

Marie is new to me. These sound just like the tyoe of books both my sisters and I will like.

sosarahsew said...

All signed up with Marie and have printed both a quilt pattern and the cookie recipe!

sosarahsew said...

Been a follower of yours for some time now. Cool ideas. And thanks for the chance to win a book!

Birgitte aka Bietje said...

I did not know Marie's books befor, but I would love the try them. So I added them to my wishlist.

Birgitte aka Bietje said...

I just joined Maries website and readers list.

Dayna said...

Have been a follower for some time now and enjoy your pod casts too!

Dayna said...

All signed up at Marie's! Thanks for letting us know about her.

Birgitte aka Bietje said...

I already am a follower of your blog for some time.

Cathie said...

Have been a follower of your blog for quite a while. I visit daily for inspiration and eye candy!

Terri Stegmiller said...

This author is unfamiliar to me, but I'm hoping not for long. I love to read and am always looking for a new great book or author. Thanks!

Cathie said...

I have never heard of Marie's books. I have read the entire Chievarini collection and loved it. Would love to read Marie's books.

Sharon (Stitches on Mars) said...

Hi Jackie=,
This is the first time I have heard of Marie...sounds like she would be a good read. I will keep an eye out here.

Hugs, Sharon

Cathie said...

Heart quilt would make a sweet baby quilt.
Thanks for the heads up.

SoozeM said...

I haven't read the books or even heard of them, will have to go and look them up!
(soozemoroney@gmail.com)au

Karen - Quilts...etc. said...

Marie's books are new to me -
Karen
http://karensquilting.com/blog/

Karen - Quilts...etc. said...

I just registered on Marie's page and got confirmation.
Karen
http://karensquilting.com/blog/

SandyQuilts said...

Marie's writing is new to me but I'll be looking for her at the local book store. thanks.

Jocelyn said...

Marie's books are new to me. They sound very interesting and fun. Thanks for entering me :-)

SandyQuilts said...

I did go over to Marie's webpage and registered. Two nice patterns are available for free download.

Jocelyn said...

I am already a follower of your blog ;-)

SandyQuilts said...

I use google.com/reader to track my favorite blogs. You are listed. Thanks.

SoozeM said...

I'm a follower!
(soozemoroney@gmail.com)

Barb said...

She's definitely a new to me author but I will be checking her out next time I go to the book store. Thanks!

SoozeM said...

I have signed up to Marie's website and downloaded the free patterns - thanks!!
(soozemoroney@gmail.com)

Anya said...

She is new to me...but I'll put her books on my list to read soon. Thanks for the info about them and thanks for the chance for the giveaway!

Sharon@LoftyQuilts.com said...

This is by first introduction to Marie.

Sharon@LoftyQuilts.com said...

I'm a follower

Linda at Roscoe's Ma said...

I have seen Marie's name before but didn't really know what she did. Sounds like fun...would love to try her book. Thanks!

Sharon@LoftyQuilts.com said...

I registered on Maries site. Can't wait for it to be complete so that I can see her Quilt Pattern.

Linda at Roscoe's Ma said...

I am a follower!

Nanna said...

I have never read any of Marie's books but these look great!

grendelskin said...

I haven't read Marie before but I'm off now to check out her site!

Nanna said...

I am a follower!

Nanna said...

I am new to Marie's books.

grendelskin said...

Registered at Marie's site and started exploring - thanks for the lead, Jackie!

Mary Grace McNamara said...

A few months ago I read A Single Thread, but have not read the other books. I enjoyed it. It was recommended to me by a 90 year old nun who just knew I would like it! Isn't that funny?

MGM

Mary Grace McNamara said...

After reading her first book in this series, I registered on her site and downloaded the quilt pattern. Kind of cool to have something real like that from a fictional story.

MGM

Mary Grace McNamara said...

And I am a follower!

Great giveaway! Thanks for the chance!

MGM

Terry said...

I've read Marie's first two books and loved them! I'm just waiting for the library to get her third one so I can read it! I'd love to win a copy! Thanks for the chance! :0)

Terry said...

I've been following your blog for a long time, but I just became an official follower! :0)

vicki quilternp said...

Hi Jackie
I have read Marie's books She will actually be signing books at our Quilt Show June 5,2010
"QUILTS IN THE VALLEY" hope you can check it out www.wiltwyckquilters.org
Vicki

Terry said...

I'm already registered at Marie's site, already being a fan of her books! I've just downloaded the quilt pattern too! :0)

Needled Mom said...

Marie's books are new to me, but sound interesting.

Needled Mom said...

I am a follower of yours.

OzRose said...

Maries books are very new to me but look forward to looking at them!

karen @ badlandsquilts said...

And I am a follower of yours.

Anonymous said...

Hi Jackie, loved the podcast with Marie,it was great spending Sun am with you both. Thanks Patrice

Cory said...

Good Morning, Jackie. Marie is a new author to me. I am very interested in reading her books. Take care and God bless, Cory

Monica B said...

I have not read any of her books but I would LOVE to!

Martina said...

Thanks for the give away. Her books are new to me. Have to check if there are even translated ones to german..

Monica B said...

And I am already a follower of your blog!

Martina said...

I am already following you and love to read your posts. Thanks for sharing!

Cory said...

I have downloaded Marie's quilt pattern. Take care and God bless, Cory

Cory said...

I follow your blog through Bloglines. Take care and God bless, Cory

Victoria Findlay Wolfe said...

I'm not familiar with her books, but it looks like it might be the thing i need for my summer reads! When I am to hot to be hand quilting some big thing on my lap! ;-)

Barb said...

I am a follower....and I have never heard of her books...but they do look very intersting.

Barb said...

I went and registered but found no pattern? I am a tard...must have done something wron...and looked all over? Hummmmm (I should be embarassed).

Vicki @ DottyJane said...

Marie Bostwick is a new author to me. I'm anxious to read one (or more!) of her books!

Always Sewing said...

*Thanks for having this giveaway! Marie Bowtwick is new to me! I'm looking forward to read her books.

Always Sewing said...

Have been a follower of your blog for quite a while, thanks for a great blog. ^_^

~Laurie~ said...

Hi Vickie!
I would love to win this book - I have never read any of Marie's works. Plus I am reading way more these days than sewing. It looks like a nice read, especially after seeing the other comments of those who have read Marie's books.
Thanks for the chance :) Come visit my blog tomorrow (Monday May 17th) for a chance to win some fabric :)
Love,
Laurie

~Laurie~ said...

I am a follower :)

Sandra Henderson said...

I can't believe I've not heard of this lady!~I'm so excited to hear about her books! Thank you!

I'm having a giveaway too...

~Laurie~ said...

Just registered on Marie's site :)

Vicki @ DottyJane said...

I downloaded the Star Crossed Love table runner pattern. Looks like fun!

Vicki @ DottyJane said...

I follow your blog:) Thanks for the giveaway opportunity!

SewCalGal said...

I am familiar with Marie, but have not yet read any of her books. I'd really like to win a copy, very much. Thanks for this opportunity, and insights on Marie's recent book release!

SewCalGal
www.sewcalgal.blogspot.com

Sandie @ crazy'boutquilts said...

What a nice giveaway~ I love to read! Marie's books are new to me, but I'll be checking out the library soon! Thanks!

Sandie @ crazy'boutquilts said...

I'm a very happy follower Jackie! :-)

SewCalGal said...

I'm registered on Marie's site. Thanks for the recommendation!

SewCalGal
www.sewcalgal.blogspot.com

SewCalGal said...

I follow!

SewCalGal
www.sewcalgal.blogspot.com
sewcalgal {at} live {dot] com

Sequana said...

Marie is a new author to me. Sounds like I need to add her.

Sequana said...

I'm a Bloglines follower.

scottylover said...

These are new to me! i=I'm going to have to keep an eye out for them now. Thanks for introducing her to me!

Sandy A

scottylover said...

Just joined Marie's website and the patterns are wonderful! Thanks again!

Sandy A

scottylover said...

I already am a follower of yours, too!

Sandy A

Audrie said...

Marie's actually coming to our store (http://www.quiltingbytheyard.com/) for a signing in a couple of weeks! I've not read her books yet but they seem very popular so far... been flying off the shelf :)

Delores said...

Yes, this author is new to me. I'm going to request our local library get her books!

Delores said...

Yes, I have been a follower of your blog for quite some time - enjoy it!

Sequana said...

AND I now have the quilt pattern that is another reason to get the new hunter's star ruler. *S*

I must say that Marie's website is very well organized and user friendly.

I've added all 3 of this series to my wish list in my bookswap club.

ledamewood said...

I have read 2 of Marie's books and love them. I'd love to win this giveaway and read more of them.

Lynn D

paulette said...

I have not read any of Marie's books but I will now be on the look out!! Thanks for the heads up!
Paulette

paulette said...

I forgot to say that I am a follower!! Love your blog!
Paulette

Colleen Lunt said...

The books are new to me.

Jeannette said...

Hi Jackie I am enjoying following your blog. I had not heard of this author before...Thanks for highlighting her and her work.

Colleen Lunt said...

I have followed you for a long time. I will check to see if I am officially signed up.

Betsy said...

Thank you for the chance to win these. I am not familiar with them and it would be nice to read a good book.
I have been a follower and I also receive your newsletter

ledamewood said...

I registered at Marie's site and downloaded the quilt pattern.

Lynn D

ledamewood said...

I am a follower of your blog.

Lynn D

Liba said...

I have not read any of her books but I would LOVE to! Greetings from Czech Republic

AnnieO said...

I was recently introduced to Marie's "Thread" books after I won a giveaway of gently used volumes on Quilt Hollow. I devoured the books and would love to have the third to devour. Wonderful characters and great writing.

Liba said...

My mail adress: beruska.liba@seznam.cz

liberal sprinkles said...

Marie is new to me, sounds like a good read :)

liberal sprinkles said...

I am already a follower

DianeY said...

I am not familiar wiith this series of books, but I always have an ear out for a good book as I love to read!

DianeY said...

I am a loyal follower of your blog!

Diane H said...

This is my first introduction to Marie's books and I look forward to reading them.

Diane H said...

I have registered at Marie's site and downloaded the beautiful Broken Hearts quilt pattern.
http://sideroadstitcher.blogspot.com/

Fleurette said...

I've never heard of Marie Bostwick - sounds like a good read.

Fleurette said...

I have registered on Marie's site, I love reading and hopefully I can find this book here. 2 Lovely quilt patterns and also a delicious biscuit recipe to download.Thanks!

Fleurette said...

I am a follower, love reading your blog and seeing all the beautiful quilts!

PamKittyMorning said...

Can't wait to check these books out! You know how I love a good read.

thea said...

I found Marie Bostwick at the library the last time I was there by accident. I finished reading "a single thread" and just loved it. I especially liked that there was a character in the book named Mary Dell which is the name of one of my dearest childhood friend. My e-mail is tkelwag@gmail.com

Willa said...

Have not read her books and I read a bunch. I will be on the look out.

Jeannette said...

Thanks for introducing me to Marie Bostwick, what a fine and informative site she has.

Willa said...

I am a follower of your blog.

Janet said...

I love to read. Marie Bostwick is new to me. I will have to look at these books. I would love to win her new one.

Janet said...

I have been a follower for a while. I check on you regularly. :)

Willa said...

I did download the pattern.
Thanks.

Janet said...

I registered on Marie's site and downloaded the quilt pattern "Broken Hearts Mended".

free indeed said...

She is new to me; I enjoy reading and do it in fits and starts simply because once I sit down to read NOTHING else gets done! Hubby protests sometimes especially when he gets hungry or has nothing to wear..:(

quiltmom anna said...

HI Jackie,
I have not heard of Marie's books but I will be on the look out for them now. I love reading quilting stories and there are a number of wonderful authors that incorporate quilting into their stories. I have the new Jennifer Chiaverini book out right now from the public library. I also have read the Bennie Harper stories by Earlene Fowler. If you have not read them - they are worth the time.
I will stop at Marie's website and I am already a follower. I am looking forward to finding out more about Marie and her books.
Regards,
Anna

Brenda said...

Marie's books are new to me.

Brenda said...

I went to Marie's site and downloaded her pattern. Actually I had downloaded it a couple of months ago.

tellad said...

I am new to her books but would love to read them - Teri Dingler

Gene Black said...

I had not heard of Marie's books until now. I do read a lot so this would be a great prize to win!

tellad said...

I am registered and downloaded the free quilt on Marie's Site - that's second entry!!!! Teri Dingler

tellad said...

And I am a follower of your blog!!! Third entry!!! Thanks for the chance!
Teri Dingler

Selvage Quilter said...

Marie's books are new to me, but I love a good story, oh yeah, and quilting. :)
Karen

GerryART said...

I'm a real reader, lots of books per year, yet I've not read any of Marie's, sad to say.
Perhaps this'll be my opportunity to own her most recent.
Hugs & ♥♥♥s,
Gerry

GerryART said...

I registered at Marie's website
and have downloaded
the Stars Crossed Tablerunner pdf
Am looking forward to reading Marie's books and using my new tablerunner.
Hugs & ♥♥♥s,
Gerry

GerryART said...

Yep, I've been one of your Followers for a while now and enjoy your blog.
I enjoy the color as well as the content.
Hugs & ♥♥♥s,
Gerry

Selvage Quilter said...

Okay, I registered on Marie's site and checked out all the cool stuff.

Selvage Quilter said...

Yup, I'm a follower. Your new Kaffe quilt is gorgeous. See ya.

Army Wife Quilter said...

Mary's books are new to me.

Renee G said...

I'm familiar with Marie Bostwick's books but haven't read any of them yet.
rsgrandinetti@yahoo(DOT)com

Army Wife Quilter said...

I am a follower

sclinequilts@earthlink.net

Army Wife Quilter said...

I tried to down load the pattern but for some reason the registration email didnt come right away so i will have to go back and register again.

sclinequilts@earthlink.net

Renee G said...

I registered on Marie's site and downloaded both of the quilt patterns.
rsgrandinetti@yahoo(DOT)com

Renee G said...

I am following your site on GFC as "rsg".
rsgrandinetti@yahoo(DOT)com

Anonymous said...

I've never read any novels that had quilting in them, so Marie's book would be new to me. I haven't seen them in the Library either, but that not surprising down here in New Zealand.

Anonymous said...

I've registered and downloaded the quilt pattern from Marie's site. Nice pattern!

Unknown said...

Marie Bostwick is a new author to me, but I want to read her books!

Unknown said...

I registered at Marie's site!

Unknown said...

I became a follower of your blog!

Anonymous said...

I have read the first two books of this series and am anxious for the new one. I like Marie's writing.

Darlis
darlisj@kinex.net

Brenda said...

I find it hard to believe that I'm not familiar with Marie and her books. I have a lot of health problems that keep me flat in bed much of the time and I wouldn't survive without books and the library. I'll go check out 25-30 books at a time and get the question "are you really going to read all those? quite often.

So I've added her to my must look up list, even if I don't win (sob, sob).

B/

Colleen said...

Hi Jackie
I heard Marie being interviewed by Annie Smith, and went right out and bought "A Single Thread". I loved it. I've looked a couple times for A Thread of Truth, but my local bookstore didn't have it. I'd love to win a book, but even if I don't, I'll keep looking to buy the other two.
Colleen

henny said...

Surely her book is new to me ;)
Count me in please...

henny said...

I've already registered to her blog.

henny said...

Hi, back again:)
Already your follower too, hope I win! Thanks, Jackie.

Brenda said...

I've registered on Marie's page and not only downloaded her quilt pattern, but her cookie recipe, too. They sound wonderful.

B/

Brenda said...

And I'm now a follower of your blog also! Will listen to the podcast when I have more time.

Brenda

Inch Worm Fabrics said...

She is new to me but I would love to read a good book. It seems that it gets harder to find a good clean book these days.

Inch Worm Fabrics said...

I also signed up as a follower. Thanks for the two chances to win.

Kami said...

I have read 3 of Marie Botswick books and got to talk to her when she was so nice to join our book club by phone for our meeting. I would love to win her new book.

Kami said...

I just downloaded the cute heart quilt from Marie's website.

Kami said...

I am ready a follower of your blog.

Bec Clarke said...

Oh I have just recently heard about these books and haven't managed to get one yet.

Bec Clarke said...

I already follow your blog.

Bec Clarke said...

I have definately registered for Marie's website.

Unknown said...

How fun Jackie! I have one of these books, waiting in a stack of must read books....I just need to get there :)

Unknown said...

And YES I subscribe! :)

Virginia said...

I just heard about Marie's book from both your podcast and also Pat Sloan's podcast - listened to both today. What a lovely lady. I'm off to register and get the free table runner.

Virginia said...

I've just registered on Marie's site.

Virginia said...

I'm now an official follower rather than using Bloglines.

Vivian said...

I've seen Marie's books but have not had the pleasure of reading any yet. I hope to change that in the near future.

Vivian said...

I'm already a follower of your blog.

Ivona said...

I am new to Marie´s books, I would love to win her book. Greetings from Slovakia :-)

Ivona said...

I'm registered on Marie's site.

Honeybee Quilter said...

I love Marie's books!

Honeybee Quilter said...

Super quilt pattern from Marie's site!

ladmquilter said...

Maries books are new to me.

esquiltingpassion said...

Marie came to talk to our quilt guild, The Southford Quilt Guild, she was very enjoyable. I have both of her other books and they are autographed, I would love to win this new one to add to my collection. I thoroughly enjoyed both of them, but they ended to fast.
Elaine

esquiltingpassion said...

Hi Jackie,
I have been a follower of your blog for a while and enjoy it.
Elaine

Diane said...

Marie and her books are new to me, but what the book club I'm in picked "A Single Thread" as one of our books for the next meeting!

Diane said...

I just registered at Marie's website and downloaded the Broken Hearts Mending pattern!

Diane said...

And now I'm a follower too! whew I need a nap!

esquiltingpassion said...

Back again, I just visited Marie's site and signed up.
Elaine

quilterfaye said...

Marie's books are new to me but I'm certainly going to check them out. Also heading to your podcasts!!

quiltingnana said...

I am new to her books but have been one of your followers for quite a while

quilterfaye said...

Hi Jackie, Just been over to Marie's site and registered ---books,quiltpatterns,recipes...what more could you want. thanks for your contest.

Anonymous said...

I hadn't seen Marie's books before. Next time I'm in the library I'll be sure to look for them!

Anonymous said...

I'm a follower!

quilterfaye said...

Hi jackie,I've just become a follower. I found you through Di's blog Quilting is Beautiful. She's an awesome lady ! I love her like a cherished friend!!

Avon said...

read books 1 & 2 - looking forward to reading #3.
Justine

Kelly O. said...

these books are new to me but on my list of summer reading now!

Kelly O. said...

I'm a follower

Melissa C said...

She is new to me, need to visit the library for lunch.

Stina Blomgren said...

Thanks for posting this... exactly what I neeed... a tip on some new books about just what you said... friendship..quilting.. :o) I just love to read before going to bed.. and this is how I keep up with my english.. Perfect..:o) Have to order me some new books..;o)

Garilyn S said...

The books are new to me. I can't wait to check them out!
blessed.mama4 at yahoo dot com

Garilyn S said...

I have gone to her site, registered, but will download the pattern when I'm on my own computer!
blessed.mama4 at yahoo dot com

Garilyn S said...

I am a new follower.

Anonymous said...

Jackie, I have read her books, especially the quilting ones. Didn't know there was a 3rd. Canton Library doesn't have many of her books available. I may just have to go to the book store!
Cherie

Jennifer said...

I've never read her books (nor heard of her) before. I've tapped out all my favorite authors and this weekend was looking for someone new whose work I could devour; maybe Marie could be my new author.

Jennifer said...

I'm a follower.

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