Such A Long Time

It sees like it has been such a long time since we have blogged.  It has been, really.  But we have a lot of excuses:

• First of all, we are still getting orders out from our 12 Days of Christmas.  If you haven't gotten something yet, please hold tight.  We are sending everything as quickly as we can.  And if there is something you want, but haven't ordered, we still have most everything in stock (or will have it back in stock).  I'm thankful we started this in early November- it gives everybody more time to get things done before Christmas!
• There was, of course, Thanksgiving.  We didn't do one ounce of work on Thanksgiving.  Not one. It was a nice break.
• The day after Thanksgiving we did a whole lot of work.  Work I never, ever want to do again.  We moved our office/ studio to a new location.  OH. MY. GOSH.  How we could possibly have that much stuff is beyond me.  I would have taken a picture but it was too embarrassing.  We are still not done moving/cleaning up, but at least we can do a majority of our work in the new place.  Except for a couple of computer problems- we're doing good.  
• We are on a deadline for submitting patterns for a new fabric collection.  Yep, new.  I haven't even mentioned this one.  We actually got sample yardage yesterday.  We will get around to photographing it soon.  I will tell you the whole collection (the theme, colors, etc,) could be a surprise to you.  The whole thing is even kind of a surprise to me.  Don't worry- we do LOVE it- just different for us.  I will tell you all about it later.
• We didn't forget about the Label Crew.  We are just late in telling you about it.  It will still go out on time, but we just got the sample done.  The December Label Crew project is a cute little bag:

Just a note on the Label Crew.  You know how I mentioned that we are experiencing a few computer problems since the move?   Well, it just so happens the biggest problem deals with the computer that has all our information for the Label Club.  For instance, we can't easily add new subscribers and make account changes.  Don't worry- the information is all secure.  We can't even connect this certain computer to the internet- so trust me, it is secure.  We are trying to get everything fixed- it is just taking longer than we thought.  So please bear with us!  

For more information on the Label Crew, please click here.

So that is what we have been doing.  But I have a couple of other things to tell you.

First, we did an interview (well, I did an interview) with Pat Sloan from American Patchwork and Quilting Radio at Quilt Market in Houston last month.  You can listen to the interview here.

Last thing for today, we wan't to have a contest since it has been so long.  Just tell us what was your favorite project from the 12 Days of Christmas, and you may be the winner of that project.  Here are a few of the choices:

Good Luck.  We will pick a winner in a few days!

Comments

[Linda P in IL]

Hi, I just came over from Pat Sloan's site and love all of your stuff! So very cute..the bunting is my fav but really they are all "me"
I will add your blog to my list, so I don't loose you!
Thanks for great work!

[Christian Louboutin UK]

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[Kathleen]

Ohhh twas the night before Christmas little gifty bag is soo cute! (as is EVERYTHING that you all do:) Christmas Blessings!

[heather]

Well, I LOVE the snowman table runner so much that I bought the pattern and am currently making one for everyone I know for Christmas. But, I also love that cute snowman mug rug...

[Sharon M]

I loved the snowman mats as well! Thanks for the giveaway!

[Miranda]

Night before Christmas bags or stocking

[Denise Whittle]

Love, love, love the snowman pail! but all the projects were nice!
Thank you for the giveaway, I can't wait for the new fabric and the label crew project is adorable!

[benessi]

Oh, the Christmas House Countdown is fabulous!

[Lynn]

I happen to love snowmen, so all of your snowmen projects are wonderful, but my fav is the table runner! I was going to order it but don't have the time to work on it right now. Thanks for the chance to win it! Love the snowman mug rug too!

[Barbara L]

Love them all! Guess I'd have to choose the snowman table runner or the 25 days of Christmas little houses! Such creative ideas!

[Susan McGregor]

I love the snowman table runner - it's so cute!

[steph zerbe]

My fav has to be The Night before Christmas print because it looks like chalk! LOVE! What a lovely bag and tag, too! Happy Holidays!

[Cheryl]

It is really impossible to decide on which is my favorite. It has to be one of the snowman items...the tablerunner it is!

[Heather]

The snowman placemat (snack mat) is DARLING!! And the bucket, too, is a favourite for me.

[Linda]

I love most all of them, but probably my favorite is the framed Christmas tree with the songs of Christmas on it. SO cute!

[Kim Dow]

My first favorite is the Night Before Christmas bag. It's adorable and perfect for a little gift. I love the sign too.

[Tricia]

I love the Christmas Countdown little houses.

[Sandy]

The day 4 bags were one of my fav

[Sarina]

So many cute projects! Love the countdown houses and burlap gift tags.

[Connie]

I love anything snowman, but I really love the snowman bunting. Can't wait to get the label crew this month. Cute purse.

[Gwen Taylor]

I love the day 8 snowmen!! They are just darling!

[Jan Stacey]

It is so hard to choose but I would pick the snowman table runner. Can't wait to make it.

[Tay Cutchin Satterfield]

Everything you gals do is so cute! My fave is the snowman head bunting that are round with red scarves. -- Tay (Say hi to Karla! I enjoyed seeing you at market and meeting your daughter
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[Lisa Holz]

It's a toss up between the string of snowman and the framed christmas tree

[KathyFL57]

I love all the snowmen but especially the garland and the little round pail. They are the CUTEST!

[Babychaser]

Oh, I love that count down one with the houses!

[Claudia]

I'm having such a difficult time choosing just one. I really like the label ones like the plate or the ones that can be framed, etc. but I'm going to have to go with something to sew and that would be the snowman placemats. Too cute!

[Vicki B]

Day 4's burlap bags were my absolute favorite (although I loved everything).

[Kathy McDonald]

I loved every single one! If I had to choose a favorite, it would be the snowman table runner. It's just adorable!

[Karen C.]

Choosing one favorite is tough! I think I'd choose either the snowman garland or the ruffled gift bag - is that just one? All items are sweet, simple and very clever with Mama Said Sew...love this line! Be sure to treat yourself after moving, OK?

[Holly Tolman]

I love the Snowman stuff-the mug rugs, the pail, the table runner, the bunting-I'm just a sucker for snowman this year I guess!

[laura hufman]

love snowmen, so choices for first place go to the snow pail, and then the snowman runner. also really like the chalkboard, oh and one more thing.... you gals rock. hope you get caught up.

[Vicky N]

love LOVE LoVe all 12 days of yummies...BUT especially the custom tree label. Thank you for the chance to win:)

[Cindy]

I truly love them all and did already purchase the snowman mug mat- sooo adorable! But I really love the canvas christmas print that looks like chalkboard. Thanks so much!:)

[janita]

Hard to choose just one. you have shared lots of cute things. I've got a bit of snowmen love here so I guess for the moment I'll go with the snowman pail! Merry christmas. Hope you get some down time to enjoy the special moments of the season. janita

[Terri]

The first one, the snowman garland! Just too darn cute I say....

[Emily Smith]

I just found your blog and love all of these projects, but my absolute favorite is the Christmas house countdown -- this is amazing. I love the idea of having that up and tucking little notes inside for each night.

[carol broughton]

I love the personalized canvas art prints - so unique!

[Holly]

Day 8...Snowman bunting. I LOVE SNOWMEN!
I cant wait to see your new line of fabric...just can't wait...you really have me wondering just what is up your sleeve this time!

[Jo]

I think the advent calendar from little houses. Perfectly sized for my two little girls :)

[Mary Deckert]

Day One! Love the snowman table runner!

[Alysia H]

The snowman pail is so cute! I would love to own that little beauty!

[charlotte]

The snow men garland. That is the cutest thing I have ever seen. Seriously.

[Heather Ward]

It's hard to pick just one project that is my favorite! So I will tell you my favorite of the projects I didn't order :) I really like the snowman bucket! Thanks for the giveaway.

[pam]

I really love the Twas the night before christmas Print. Love the chalk board look. My other favorite is the snowman garland--and I already bought it. It's sitting on my sewing table just waiting to get put together. But so adorable.

[Jan Richards]

I think the Night before Christmas plate is very neat. Thanks for a chance to win one.

[Kristy Wlikinson]

If I have to choose I think it is the snowman garland. What a darling way to make such cute snowmen. They all look so sweet. A close second is the snowman bag. Such an inviting face! :-)

[Sarah Dalisky]

If I had to pick just one as a favorite, mine would be the Snowman Bunting!

[K Warr]

I think the art prints are my favorite, the night before christmas plate too, but seriously, it's hard to decide, especially with the snowmen projects thrown in there.

[Julie]

Can't even imagine having to move....must have been a lot of work.

I really love the black plate...they are so creative!

Thanks for a fun giveaway and Merry Christmas!

Julie