Sunday, November 12, 2017

100 Blocks Road Rally-Reindeer Games

Reindeer Games Block
by Heidi Pridemore


Under The Lights
Hello there and thank you for stopping by. I am so excited to share my Reindeer Games block, that is featured in the upcoming Quiltmaker's 100 Blocks, Vol. 16 issue. You can find our happy reindeer on page 31. Christmas is my favorite holiday, so for my design, I thought I would design a Rudolph the red nose reindeer block to share with you.

Christmas is actually a quiet time for us here at The Whimsical Workshop. So we have more time to catch up with family and friends. Growing up in Rochester, NY, we always had a wonderful white christmas. Our family has always been small but happy and every year, my mom, would make my favorite recipe, lasagna for christmas dinner. To this day, this dish always reminds me of home.

For my reindeer block I decided to use Modern Melody Basics from Henry Glass Fabrics. I love that this collection works as a solid, but the tiny print, adds texture and movement to the design. Colors of the fabrics are so clean and clear. For the block design, I have always loved designing fusible applique because I can add a personality to each character I create.

Deck The Halls
Here are a few tips I would like to share with you when doing fusible appliqué. First make sure to use a lightweight fusible web. My favorite brand is Trans-web. Second, use a straight pin to score the paper backing on your pieces to create a "crack and peel" to make removing the paper easier when assembling. Third, make sure to use an open toe foot when stitching the finishing stitch on the edge of each shape. It is so much easier to see what you doing with an open toe foot.

The other quilts shown here are a few of my favorite holiday patterns I have designed over the years at The Whimsical Workshop. All patterns are available for sale on our website. You can check out all our fun patterns at www.thewhimsicalworkshop.com.

Christmas Spirits



Quiltmaker Magazine has sent me several early copies of this 100 Blocks issue to give away. Please leave a comment below with your email letting me know what is your favorite holiday for a chance to win a copy of the magazine. Good Luck and thank you for coming by!




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109 comments:

  1. DaynaNovember 12, 2017 at 7:49 PM

    I love Christmas when I can get my kids together. My latest great grandchild I haven't met yet! I like making applique quilts. As I have gotten older my colors seem to have gotten bolder. Applique is a great way to make a quilt for someone that really shows you thought about what they like.

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  2. Jodi - usairdollNovember 13, 2017 at 12:41 AM

    What a darling block! Congratulations for being in Quiltmaker’s 100, Vol. 16. I’m with you, Christmas is my favorite. It’s great being with family and watching the fun with my young grandson.

    usairdoll (at) gmail (dot) com

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  3. AnonymousNovember 13, 2017 at 12:41 AM

    Actually I love Spring. Warm weather, birds and flowers. Jmikebalou (at) aol (dot) com

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  4. BethNovember 13, 2017 at 1:25 AM

    Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday. I love that it is a holiday everyone can share, regardless of religious beliefs, or lack thereof--it is a holiday for all of us, and it is about people and feelings, not things.

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  5. AnonymousNovember 13, 2017 at 3:37 AM

    My favorite holiday is definitely Thanksgiving. funnylady93@comcast.net

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  6. AllisonNovember 13, 2017 at 4:15 AM

    I love your Reindeer Games block. So Cute! My grandchildren would love it!

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  7. AllisonNovember 13, 2017 at 4:49 AM

    My favorite holiday is Christmas. I pull out my (many!) books of Christmas piano music in September and don't stop playing until March. :)

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  8. ktNovember 13, 2017 at 5:10 AM

    Christmas has always been my favorite holiday as well--hunting for the perfect tree, baking cookies, decorating.....

    Love your reindeer--so cute!

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  9. SusanNovember 13, 2017 at 5:32 AM

    this block made me chuckle, just to look at it and it's so cute. Thanks for the fusible applique tips. Favorite holiday.......Maybe Easter....promise of new life in the world around us.

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  10. PaigeNovember 13, 2017 at 5:38 AM

    So fun! Christmas is my favorite holiday!

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  11. ledamewoodNovember 13, 2017 at 5:45 AM

    I love your block, and will make something for my grands using it.

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  12. Joyce CarterNovember 13, 2017 at 6:02 AM

    Cute block! Congratulations!
    Christmas is my favorite Holiday.

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  13. VANovember 13, 2017 at 6:10 AM

    Christmas is a great holiday, but my favorite is Thanksgiving. There's less stress involved, and I enjoy our family being together without all the hustle and bustle of Christmas.

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  14. Bluebell Ridge HandworksNovember 13, 2017 at 6:11 AM

    Reindeer Games is so sweet! I have a block in Vol. 16, so no need to consider me for drawings...I just enjoy traveling the Road Rally and enjoying the stops!

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  15. Dana GaffneyNovember 13, 2017 at 6:40 AM

    Christmas is my favorite holiday, so many great memories while we make new ones.

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  16. Barb JohnsonNovember 13, 2017 at 6:48 AM

    I have a hard time choosing a favorite holiday. Christmas is, of course, great, but there is so much push and pressure from the retailers to buy, buy, buy, that it has stolen some of my joy in the holiday. Halloween is becoming the same way. Thanksgiving is almost overlooked anymore, so I will choose it as my favorite!

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  17. LorisNovember 13, 2017 at 7:47 AM

    Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday! Always a wonderful thing to be grateful!

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  18. MartinaNovember 13, 2017 at 8:26 AM

    Such a cute block! My favourite holiday might be Easter! The joy of the risen Lord and spring blossoms all around!

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  19. Karen in Breezy PointNovember 13, 2017 at 8:28 AM

    I have to go with Christmas as a favorite holiday. Love the reindeer's expression--so cute!

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  20. Donna WNovember 13, 2017 at 8:40 AM

    Easter is my favorite holiday. We celebrate Christ's birth on Christmas, but Easter celebrates His death and resurrection.

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  21. LauraNovember 13, 2017 at 8:53 AM

    My favorite holiday is the one most family are present for. Love to create the holiday feeling at any time.

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  22. Pieced Brain Quilt DesignsNovember 13, 2017 at 8:57 AM

    I love your reindeer block! (Do not enter me on the giveaway as I am also participating on the Block Tour).

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  23. JoannaNovember 13, 2017 at 9:24 AM

    I like both Thanksgiving and Christmas. Lasagna sounds good to me. Your reindeer is very sweet.

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  24. SandraNovember 13, 2017 at 9:24 AM

    I love Christmas and deer. Your block is just the cutest Raindeer Block ever. Thank you for being a part of the Road Rally Blog and giving us all a chance to become a winner. Happy Holidays.

    Sandi Timmons
    sandit1@sbcglobal.net

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  25. AnonymousNovember 13, 2017 at 9:26 AM

    Both Thanksgiving and Christmas are my favorites, but as I have gotten older I appreciate theme of thanks for it's simplicity, Keep up the good work. Kathy in colo repzjratplainsdotnet

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  26. tac73November 13, 2017 at 9:32 AM

    Love your reindeer block! Christmas is my favorite holiday because so much of the family is together.

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  27. Nancy SueNovember 13, 2017 at 9:42 AM

    Congrats! Definitely one of my favorite blocks so far!!! Favorite holiday is in fact Christmas. I push the envelope at home for the earliest holiday music to play and I watch the Christmas in July hallmark movies, and wish they would play all the way through until they are picked up again after Halloween.

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  28. Danette November 13, 2017 at 9:46 AM

    4th of July is probably my favorite holiday because we are out in the sunshine. Thank you, peterstankovich@comcast.net

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  29. CeciliaNovember 13, 2017 at 9:56 AM

    Congratulations! Your block is too cute! My favorite holiday is July 4th because my grandchildren take turns staying with us during the summer. I love Christmas, but we don't always get to see our children and grandchildren.

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  30. AnonymousNovember 13, 2017 at 9:59 AM

    My favorite holiday is Thanksgiving since it falls in autumn, and I love autumn colors best of all. Love your whimsical designs.
    Pat K
    yfg3749@yahoo.com

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  31. Pamela RNovember 13, 2017 at 10:14 AM

    While I love Christmas; I am always most energized by fall--Halloween, Thanksgiving, my birthday (I was born on Thanksgiving!)... pjrquilter at msn dot com

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  32. AnnieNovember 13, 2017 at 10:15 AM

    I think Christmas is my favorite holiday, too. I love seeing family all together and I try to remember the reason behind the season.

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  33. MoeWestNovember 13, 2017 at 10:49 AM

    I love Christmas - choosing or sewing the perfect gifts, decorating, and spending time with family!

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  34. Darlene BNovember 13, 2017 at 11:09 AM

    I love Thanksgiving. I think there are so many things we take for granted in this life, that it is really important to step back and remember to thank God for all he has given us. I love spending time with family as well. And since fall is my favorite decorating season, that just makes it even more special!

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  35. JayneNovember 13, 2017 at 11:49 AM

    What a cute block. I really like Christmas when we all get to spend time together

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  36. NancyNovember 13, 2017 at 12:17 PM

    My favorite holiday is Thanksgiving - not much stress, just visiting with beloved family!

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  37. Nancy A: rangerer@sbcglobal.netNovember 13, 2017 at 12:49 PM

    I love Thanksgiving because we invite lots of International students to join us. This year we have invited people from Nigeria, China, India, and Taiwan. We probably will invite a young man from Germany as well.

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  38. KathrynNovember 13, 2017 at 1:02 PM

    I love Valentine's Day to show my love to my family.

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  39. Quilting TangentNovember 13, 2017 at 1:08 PM

    Halloween - love the colors. Your Christmas Spirits quilt is so unique.
    24Tangent@gmail.com

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  40. LeeNovember 13, 2017 at 1:46 PM

    I love the Fall holidays best - Thanksgiving and Halloween :) Love your block and its name! So cute - congrats!

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  41. BonnieNovember 13, 2017 at 1:48 PM

    Christmas is my favorite holiday. I love the decorations, music, and family celebrations. bhometchko(at)hotmail(dot)com

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  42. mumbird3November 13, 2017 at 1:50 PM

    I love Valentine's day - although Christmas is very special!!! mumbird3(at)gmail(dot)com

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  43. SubeeNovember 13, 2017 at 1:55 PM

    Christmas is my favorite holiday, as it is the one holiday that the whole family manages to be together!

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  44. DonnaNovember 13, 2017 at 2:41 PM

    Spring is my favorite time of year, love to see the flowers and leaves.
    djcutting2(at)gmail(dot)com.

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  45. Lisa EnglandNovember 13, 2017 at 2:49 PM

    Thanksgiving. Good food and family without a lot of chaos.
    jklmengland at windstream dot net

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  46. Susie'sfun2November 13, 2017 at 3:01 PM

    Oh my Heidi I do love your raindeer block! All of your patterns and whimsical touch make me smile. My favorite holiday of them all is Halloween. Christmas is a close second though.
    Smiles, Sue
    Parkssueellen@gmail.com

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  47. HavplentyNovember 13, 2017 at 3:27 PM

    Christmas time has always been my favorite holiday of the year. I love the smells, the music, the decorations, the celebrations, the gatherings, the charity activities, the food, the time of year. i love it all.

    tushay3 (at) yahoo (dot) com

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  48. alaskamargeNovember 13, 2017 at 3:27 PM

    I think this block would make a delightful gift for my Italian grandchildren. I guess I have to get the magazine to get started with this. Christmas is such a happy time and it is much more meaningful when I can send something that shows my love. Thank you so much for sharing.

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  49. Joyful QuilterNovember 13, 2017 at 3:52 PM

    My favorite holiday is Thanksgiving...all my cousins, aunts and uncle, and my family get together for a very loud fun day.

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  50. ElizabethNovember 13, 2017 at 4:12 PM

    Cute block, and perfect for my favorite holiday--Christmas!!

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  51. rosemaryschildNovember 13, 2017 at 4:16 PM

    I have always enjoyed Christmas with family gatherings and presents, but my favorite holiday is Halloween! I love the dressing up & seeing the creativity of others too - and presents - the candy kind! Thank you for sharing Rudolph, Susan

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  52. Susan BlumensheinNovember 13, 2017 at 4:24 PM

    Christmas. Played my first violin solo, "Oh, Holy Night" on Christmas Eve at church when I was in grade school (1962). Great memory for me. Your block is darling!!! Thanks for the giveway.

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  53. Linda ChristiansonNovember 13, 2017 at 5:57 PM

    What a cute block! Christmas must be my favorite time for I seem to always make quilt in Christmas fabric every year.

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  54. Kathy HNovember 13, 2017 at 6:16 PM

    Christmas is my favorite holiday. The lights and decorations, the music and visiting with friends and family.

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  55. nancy cNovember 13, 2017 at 6:20 PM

    Christmas, it's the one holiday my whole family gets together. So much fun!

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  56. Kathy E.November 13, 2017 at 6:37 PM

    Your reindeer is adorable! He is anxious to get busy on Christmas Eve! My favorite holiday is Valentine's Day!

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  57. wendyNovember 13, 2017 at 6:41 PM

    Christmas is my favorite holiday. Lots of family gatherings and fun. sewgood414athotmaildotcom

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  58. Lee Ann L.November 13, 2017 at 6:52 PM

    I prefer Thanksgiving. It's no pressure at all with gifts and a pure gathering of family of friends without the stress. :-)

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  59. JoyceLMNovember 13, 2017 at 6:55 PM

    Christmas is my favorite holiday - we always visit family. Thanks. Love your reindeer.

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  60. Vicki HNovember 13, 2017 at 6:56 PM

    Thanksgiving has become my favorite holiday. Not as stressful as Christmas.

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  61. RachellNovember 13, 2017 at 6:58 PM

    I do love Christmas. It is just as fun to give gifts as it is to receive. I love snow and snowflakes, gathering family, yummy tastes and smells of holiday food, and the reason for Christmas in the first place!
    reillyr2(at)hotmail(dot)com

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  62. Carrie P.November 13, 2017 at 7:22 PM

    I think Easter is my favorite holiday. Spring time, every thing is new, and celebrating our risen Savior.

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  63. SewgirlNovember 13, 2017 at 7:38 PM

    I like Thanksgiving the best...no gifts required and lots of great food and time with the people I love most, my family.

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  64. AnonymousNovember 13, 2017 at 8:17 PM

    Elaine M.
    Thanksgiving is great...family getting together without the stress of any gift exchanges.

    remills (at) amtelecom (dot) net

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  65. BarbNovember 13, 2017 at 8:31 PM

    I like Thanksgiving and Halloween--love the fall colors!
    barbkaup(at)(yahoo)(dot)(com)

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  66. jrt14November 13, 2017 at 8:51 PM

    Your reindeer is so cute. Christmas is my favorite holiday. I love the joy of spending it with my kids (11 and 17), who still believe in Santa. I also enjoy the chance to give to others during the season. Thank you for a chance to win.

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  67. teachpanyNovember 13, 2017 at 9:29 PM

    So cute. I do love Christmas the most. Thanks.

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  68. Cathy CNovember 13, 2017 at 9:59 PM

    I like thanksgiving best

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  69. AnonymousNovember 13, 2017 at 10:04 PM

    Such fun blocks! I like Christmas with my grandsons the most!
    nikilsend(at)outlook(dot)com

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  70. SuzeNovember 13, 2017 at 10:24 PM

    I love Christmas. It's a holiday filled with excitement unmatched by that of children. Children's imaginations are alive; they think they can wait for Santa to arrive; and finally fall asleep just before Santa makes his big arrival. It's a religious holiday for most. Even for non-believers, it's a time for celebration with family and friends. It's a time for most to be happy. Some people are alone and sad, missing loved ones. Widows who miss their husbands may be forgotten and not be remembered by anyone. It's a time that people can truly show that they do care about others that they don't even know. People can remember the meaning of Christmas or celebrate what it means to them. I love Rudolph. He's always been a part of my Christmas. I think he'd make a great block quilt or just one Rudolph among the other reindeer. He'd be adorable on a sweatshirt or jammies. Thanks for bringing a smile to my face with him and the chance for the giveaway.

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  71. KarenNovember 14, 2017 at 3:58 AM

    I live Christmas although any time the family is all together is great!

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  72. Rommy van HoutenNovember 14, 2017 at 5:04 AM

    I like thanksgiving because we are all together with the whole Family

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  73. MonicaNovember 14, 2017 at 6:32 AM

    Christmas is my favorite holiday. I tried to teach my children to give and not always to expect something for Christmas. So we like to take the time to give back.

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  74. Material GirlNovember 14, 2017 at 8:01 AM

    My favorite holiday is Thanksgiving. I love the teamwork involved in the preparation of a shared meal. The smells and warmth truly warm my soul

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  75. works4meNovember 14, 2017 at 8:21 AM

    Wonderful, fun block. My favourite holiday is Halloween hands down. I celebrate it 365 days a year.

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  76. DianthaNovember 14, 2017 at 9:43 AM

    What a fun block!
    My favorite holiday is Christmas; I love to see all the decorated houses, and eat Christmas cookies! I also like to sing Christmas music.

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  77. ckrutNovember 14, 2017 at 11:28 AM

    Love the reindeer block. And the "Under the Lights" quilt is so fun! Love Christmas. I go a little crazy decorating. ckrutjo at g mail dot com

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  78. UnknownNovember 14, 2017 at 11:30 AM

    Christmas of course because everyone gets together and share their home and hearts with everyone.

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  79. AnitaNovember 14, 2017 at 11:38 AM

    Great block!
    My favorite holiday is Easter.

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  80. Judi DuncanNovember 14, 2017 at 3:38 PM

    Christmas of course...no matter where my family is....everyone is home for Christmas!

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  81. AnnmarieNovember 14, 2017 at 3:48 PM

    I love Easter the best because it comes in Spring when we're just leaving behind a looooong Winter here in northern Wisconsin. Love all the lovely Easter colors that abound too.

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  82. DebbieNovember 14, 2017 at 7:40 PM

    I Love Christmas. A season of love and joy. This reindeer will be a great addition to all my Christmas Quilts. Drhodes9@cox.net

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  83. DebNovember 14, 2017 at 7:44 PM

    Definitely Christmas is my favorite! debgirotti at gmail dot com

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  84. Carol WNovember 14, 2017 at 9:00 PM

    Christmas!

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  85. Anna brownNovember 14, 2017 at 9:05 PM

    Christmas but anytime the family gets togeather is a good time ..
    happyness04431@yahoo.com

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  86. JanetNovember 15, 2017 at 5:25 AM

    Such a cute block for Christmas! Your designs are always fun. Thanks for the hints and the cute block!

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  87. Carol ScNovember 15, 2017 at 8:10 AM

    Great idea to use this on a sweatshirt. Christmas is my favorite holiday and this pattern works into my plans well.
    quiltschon@att.net

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  88. SumacNovember 15, 2017 at 9:23 AM

    new years day, as it's a fresh start

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  89. AnonymousNovember 15, 2017 at 12:01 PM

    My favorite holiday is Halloween. Thanks for sharing your block.
    o diane 79 @ yahoo (dot) com

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  90. BarbNovember 15, 2017 at 12:22 PM

    Christmas is definitely my favorite as it is the holiday where we will most likely be all together!!

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  91. Judy1522November 15, 2017 at 5:46 PM

    I think Thanksgiving is my favorite as there is not the pressure that Christmas seems to bring. It is a day to share a great meal with family and friends and there are no other expectations.

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  92. MMortonNovember 15, 2017 at 7:15 PM

    Your Rudolph is a real cutie!
    My favorite holiday is Easter...low key and it's spring!

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  93. AnonymousNovember 15, 2017 at 8:42 PM

    My favorite Holiday is Christmas. I get to spend some time with my grandsons.
    nikilsend(at)outlook(dot)com

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  94. PamelaNovember 16, 2017 at 9:53 AM

    Christmas is my favorite! Love your whimsy designs, too!

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  95. QuilterKatNovember 16, 2017 at 8:57 PM

    I'll go with Christmas because of the holiday traditions we have in the family.

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  96. Rozz01November 17, 2017 at 4:50 AM

    I love Christmas with the decorative lights in town & in the neighborhood. The holiday food is hard to beat also.
    rozz01 at cox dot net

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  97. Brenda E.November 17, 2017 at 6:58 AM

    Holidays are always a mixed bag for our family since grandkids have to split time with two families but Easter has been the one everyone usually can get together. My parents 50th anniversary fell on Easter and it was the best get together!

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  98. ~Kris~November 17, 2017 at 9:25 AM

    Cute reindeer! He looks so happy. My favorite is Christmas. I love to go to church on Christmas Eve and then drive around to look at all the lights. It is very magical.

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  99. Rochelle aka Bella QuiltsNovember 17, 2017 at 9:52 AM

    My favorite holiday is the Fourth of July, since I was an early fireworks.

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  100. Anita Jackson @ Domestic FelicityNovember 17, 2017 at 11:14 AM

    I think Halloween and Thanksgiving are a toss up for me! I love the colors and smells of the season!

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  101. CyndyKNovember 17, 2017 at 3:49 PM

    My favorite holiday is Easter. It always means that spring is just around the corner. You have some very pretty patterns. Thanks for the inspiration. cknapp3626(at)sbcglobal(dot)net

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  102. Stephanie WoodwardNovember 17, 2017 at 4:19 PM

    your reindeer is very cute. Thanks for the applique pointers. I used to be a needle turn appliquer, but now I don't have the time

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  103. Debbie PNovember 17, 2017 at 8:59 PM

    You have designed such a fun block! It will definitelybe added to my "to do" list! My favorite holiday is Christmas - a great time for our family!

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  104. Sandra JNovember 18, 2017 at 4:17 AM

    Christmas is by far my favorite holiday. I usually only manage to wait until October to begin listing to Christmas music, in secret of course! Your reindeer block is darling!

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  105. JoniNovember 18, 2017 at 7:42 AM

    Love the reindeer! Your tips are wonderful. My favorite holiday is Easter. Spring is my favorite time of the year.

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  106. BrendaNovember 18, 2017 at 12:12 PM

    Christmas has always been my favorite holiday. Your Block is fantastic!

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  107. AnonymousNovember 18, 2017 at 1:35 PM

    Christmas is my favorite. k2sews@hotmail.com

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  108. CA Bobbie November 19, 2017 at 10:08 AM

    I do love Christmas-my decorations boxes prove it too, second only to Easter. I love the rebirth both religious and earthly of that holiday.
    rjc2cam@gmail.com

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