Tuesday, May 3, 2011

Welcome Blog Tour Gang!



It's been great fun participating in Volume 3 of Quiltmaker's 100 Blocks and forgive me if you've heard this before - but I'm delighted to see my block on the cover !!!  Of course with all the work I have been doing with Rose of Sharon blocks, mine had to be a Rose of Sharon variation. With just three simple shapes (a blossom, a leaf, and a circle) and various sizes of those three shapes you can make any number of variations - and the block can be any size you want. 
If I were you I'd be first in line to get your copy of this issue - it's going to go quickly. It will appear by May 10th and after you've visited all the other stops on the Blog Tour I know you will  want your very own copy.  


I'm still playing with  Rose of Sharon ideas and I wanted to share my sunflower block  (who says you can't make a sunflower with rose shapes? ) While I was fooling around with this idea, it occurred to me that having some three dimensional petals would look good, so I fused two pieces of the same fabric together and cut them on my AccuQuilt Go cutter, then positioned them over a layer of already fused petals. I think it's fun and certainly 'robust'. 




While I was making sunflowers Elizabeth's grandchildren, Sonny and Greta, were making fabric pictures for Mother's day. They love the AccuQuilt shapes from the Rose of Sharon die and they are fearless in their approach to their creations!  Hmmm....now I know who to call in when I need help making blocks.

Oh Sonny.....Oh Greta......want to come and play at my house?

Posted by Sharon Pederson at 9:47 PM

105 comments:

  1. ArianeMay 3, 2011 at 10:22 PM

    I love it!! Sunflowers are one of my favorite flowers. I love the idea of some pedals being three dimentional. Great Block!!!

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  2. Maria McCabeMay 4, 2011 at 1:55 AM

    Love it! I think the 3 dimensional aspect is so creative!
    Maria

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  3. justMarieMay 4, 2011 at 2:00 AM

    Congratulations on the cover!!!! Love what you do!

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  4. Laurie in MaineMay 4, 2011 at 2:36 AM

    It's my favorite designer of reversible/quilt as you go techniques :) Clicked the Blog tour link immediately seeing your name...congrats on 100 block 3 design.

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  5. UnknownMay 4, 2011 at 3:44 AM

    Wow this is just very pretty also love the sunflower, congratulations....

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  6. ktMay 4, 2011 at 3:52 AM

    Love your sunflower with the 3-d petals!

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  7. GailM.May 4, 2011 at 3:52 AM

    Love this block. Congratulations!

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  8. Darling Jill QuiltsMay 4, 2011 at 4:05 AM

    Very interesting block! Love the colors!

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  9. MartinaMay 4, 2011 at 4:08 AM

    Very special block! I like it!

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  10. Peach RainbowMay 4, 2011 at 4:23 AM

    Congrats on making it to the cover :D

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  11. MRZMay 4, 2011 at 4:50 AM

    Love the block. Can't wait to make it.

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  12. JudyCinNCMay 4, 2011 at 5:00 AM

    Congrats on the cover shot - love the 3-D. Judy C

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  13. DebMay 4, 2011 at 5:03 AM

    Congrats on having your sunflower in the book - it's very pretty.

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  14. LeeMay 4, 2011 at 5:06 AM

    Your block is wonderful! Congrats!

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  15. Teresa in Music CityMay 4, 2011 at 5:17 AM

    LOVE your Sunflower block Sharon! I can almost smell the fragrance!

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  16. Darlene BMay 4, 2011 at 5:22 AM

    Love the 3D petals - and also love that you are passing down your talents to your grandchildren!

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  17. MaryjoMay 4, 2011 at 5:49 AM

    This sunflower block is stunning...especially in the batiks! Love it! Congrats on being in the magazine!

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  18. kaylaceMay 4, 2011 at 5:56 AM

    Good morning...
    What a happy block...
    Kay
    Metro Atlanta

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  19. DebbieMay 4, 2011 at 5:59 AM

    Love the flower blocks.

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  20. DeeMay 4, 2011 at 6:02 AM

    Excited about your new thread - and your block is lovely!

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  21. JenniferMay 4, 2011 at 6:07 AM

    What a great blog...cute block, cuter kids and did you notice the larger block behind the kids??? That looks like really hard, but boy is it beautiful. Thanks for your fun videos on TQS. You make quilting sound so approachable. Thanks for your generosity.

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  22. Carol ScMay 4, 2011 at 6:34 AM

    I like the idea of fusing and adding dimension to your block. It sets off all kinds of ideas --- why didn't I think of that?!

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  23. Kathy HMay 4, 2011 at 6:36 AM

    Congratulations for having your block in the magazine. It is so pretty and I love the 3 dimensional idea. Beautiful fabrics too.

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  24. CathyMay 4, 2011 at 6:41 AM

    Lovely block. Congrats on being in the magazine. Love your patterns.

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  25. SewLindaAnnMay 4, 2011 at 6:42 AM

    Of course you can use rose shapes for sunflowers! Love the idea of the kids playing with GO shapes. Can't wait to have one too someday!

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  26. Sandi PMay 4, 2011 at 6:51 AM

    Love this sunflower design. I've not done much applique, but have enjoyed what I've done. This looks like a block I would like to try. Now I just have to win this book - LOL

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  27. Marge in LouisianaMay 4, 2011 at 7:02 AM

    3-D flower petals really add a lot of dimension to an already lovely block.

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  28. VivianMay 4, 2011 at 7:04 AM

    Love the 3-D flower idea! With all the blocks I've seen so far, it looks like when I get this book, I'm not going to be able to sleep -- I'll have way too many new quilt ideas floating around in my head!

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  29. Carol C.May 4, 2011 at 7:11 AM

    Great block! Love the 3-D petals! Love the colors! Thanks!!

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  30. PennyMay 4, 2011 at 7:14 AM

    Would love to try the idea of giving granddaughters a bucketful of shapes with fusible already on the backs and then quilt up the resulting pix.

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  31. DebbieMay 4, 2011 at 7:18 AM

    Love the beautiful 3-D flowers! Great colors too. Now to get a GO cutter and the new 100 Blocks directions.
    Thanks

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  32. MaryMay 4, 2011 at 7:25 AM

    Love the block. Wonderful use of colors. Thank you for sharing.

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  33. JuliaPMay 4, 2011 at 7:30 AM

    What a great block. Just love the 3 D effect. Congrats on being on the cover!

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  34. SandraMay 4, 2011 at 7:32 AM

    A happy block. Love the dimensional look.

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  35. DebMay 4, 2011 at 7:33 AM

    Love the block and can not wait to try it! Thank You for chance to win and for all your hard work for Quilters!

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  36. Lee Ann L.May 4, 2011 at 7:46 AM

    That is a really cute block! I love it!

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  37. MaryMay 4, 2011 at 8:12 AM

    Very pretty block. I also love the three dimensional petals.

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  38. Sharon PedersonMay 4, 2011 at 8:17 AM

    Hi All,

    You get two blocks from me - the one on the cover of Quiltmaker's 100 Blocks magazine (mine is the round one that is second from the bottom on the right) and if you come back and visit my Blog on May 7th I'll post a free download of the Sunflower Block you saw today on my Blog.

    Enjoy the tour!

    Cheers
    Sharon

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  39. robinMay 4, 2011 at 8:18 AM

    Yes, I want to come play at your house! :)

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  40. Linda E in NMMay 4, 2011 at 8:18 AM

    I REALLY like you sunflower block!
    I did that back to back fusing for the petals (GO-cut hearts) on my evening primrose flowers recently and just sewed them in the middle of the flower with the rest free.

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  41. kynomiMay 4, 2011 at 8:23 AM

    Gorgeous!

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  42. SherryBMay 4, 2011 at 8:27 AM

    Yes, I like the 3-D effect of the petals...and I love the photo of the kids playing with the shapes...just adorable!
    Like your flower block a LOT!

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  43. AnonymousMay 4, 2011 at 8:28 AM

    Love your block, congrats on being on the cover. sunflower block is beautiful too!

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  44. GillMay 4, 2011 at 8:41 AM

    Gorgeous!
    Congratulations!

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  45. StephanieMay 4, 2011 at 8:44 AM

    Really lovely. Congratulations on your achievement.

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  46. MaryMay 4, 2011 at 8:55 AM

    Rose of Sharon block from Sharon! perfect. Thanks for sharing and giving us the chance to win.

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  47. LindaMay 4, 2011 at 9:01 AM

    Beautiful, as always! I am in love with your Sunflower.

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  48. Patty NordahlMay 4, 2011 at 9:07 AM

    The sun flower is great and the children are a wonder!

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  49. KarynMay 4, 2011 at 9:07 AM

    LOVE the sunflower....love the 3D petals. I'll be following your blog!

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  50. JaneMay 4, 2011 at 9:10 AM

    Love your block! Also love the sunflower block and 3-D idea.

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  51. BeverlyMay 4, 2011 at 9:31 AM

    Love your block and I would just love to get an Accuquilt. What fun! Thanks for a chance to win 100 blocks!

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  52. WoolenSailsMay 4, 2011 at 9:44 AM

    I love sunflowers and love the idea of making it 3 dimensional, wonderful for a summer wall hanging.

    Debbie

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  53. Catskill QuilterMay 4, 2011 at 9:51 AM

    I love your Rose of Sharon block! I have to admit, I love the colors you chose also!

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  54. IvaniMay 4, 2011 at 10:02 AM

    The 3 dimensional sunflower looks great. I love your Rose of Sharon block. Thank you for all the smart tips for new quilters. For sure I1ll be more than happy to win this wonderful magazine.
    hugs

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  55. Sharon PedersonMay 4, 2011 at 10:04 AM

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  56. Julie SMay 4, 2011 at 10:05 AM

    I love the 3D look of your block! It would be so fun to do a bunch for a wall hanging!

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  57. Kd BrownMay 4, 2011 at 10:07 AM

    Lovely flower block, Sharon. I love the colors you chose!

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  58. SallieMay 4, 2011 at 10:11 AM

    Love the 3-D petals. Thanks for the chance!

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  59. JoannaMay 4, 2011 at 10:16 AM

    Who knew there could be so many variations of a design? I love the rose of sharon block - very pretty.

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  60. BarbRMay 4, 2011 at 10:48 AM

    Your sunflower 3D petals gave me an idea for my dragonfly wings. Thanks for your wonderful block and the ideas it is sparking.

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  61. JeanneMay 4, 2011 at 10:48 AM

    Love your block! Thanks for the giveaway.

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  62. SubeeSewsMay 4, 2011 at 10:51 AM

    Someday I mwill learn to applique. Until that day I still enjoy seeing beautiful artists and blocks!
    Pick me!
    XOXOXO Subee

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  63. ErinMay 4, 2011 at 10:59 AM

    Wonderful sunflower!

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  64. CeciliaMay 4, 2011 at 11:02 AM

    Your blocks always look so beautiful. I am inspired to start doing needle turn applique again. I really like the 3-D petals.

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  65. Carrie P.May 4, 2011 at 11:16 AM

    congrats on the cover. what a great idea for the petals.

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  66. BillieBee (billiemick)May 4, 2011 at 11:27 AM

    Love the sunflower!!!

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  67. The Village QueenMay 4, 2011 at 11:28 AM

    Very cool layered affect, and love the colors. At least there is spring flowers somewhere! Thanks!

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  68. MadelineMay 4, 2011 at 11:41 AM

    what a neat idea, 3d flowers!

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  69. AnonymousMay 4, 2011 at 12:03 PM

    Your block is great, no wonder it is on the cover!!

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  70. MaryBethMay 4, 2011 at 12:09 PM

    What a great block.

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  71. Kaye MMay 4, 2011 at 12:12 PM

    Wow! What a bright and cheerful block! Very modern and I love the 3 D effect.

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  72. dwright33055May 4, 2011 at 12:27 PM

    I just loved your sunflower block, and the block on the cover congradulation,thanks for sharing...

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  73. JenMay 4, 2011 at 12:38 PM

    Oooh! A Rose of Sharon Sunflower! I love it! I will definelty be hitting the bookstore as soon as this magazine comes out! congrats!

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  74. mlcquiltsMay 4, 2011 at 12:45 PM

    Love your block with the sunflower. I also like the idea of 3D. I try to add texture to all my wall hangings.

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  75. ChristieMay 4, 2011 at 12:45 PM

    Congrats on your "Cover Block" in Vol. 3! Looks like a fun block. HUGS... and stitches

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  76. Dana GaffneyMay 4, 2011 at 1:04 PM

    Wow, that is a beautiful block. I'd love to see what the kids came up with, looks like fun.

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  77. teachpanyMay 4, 2011 at 1:16 PM

    Fun way to make 3D petals. I am GO!ing to get that die! I can't wait to see the magazine, too. Thanks again for being a great teacher.

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  78. Donna KeatingMay 4, 2011 at 2:31 PM

    Great block. Thanks for sharing. Also loving your little tutorials on The Quilt Show.

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  79. AnonymousMay 4, 2011 at 4:02 PM

    There's a lovely, exciting quality, a kind of purity in the work of child. How delightful to be able to tap into your delightful grandchildren who are blessed to have a grandmother who loves them and is willing to share her passion and guide them! Your new block has a gentle flow that is appealing and timeless. Thank-you Sharon for sharing with us, we too are blessed!

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  80. CarolMay 4, 2011 at 4:38 PM

    Lovely block. Very creative. Congrats on being in the book and on the cover

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  81. Carolyn in KentuckyMay 4, 2011 at 5:02 PM

    It is a great idea to combine the rose of Sharon with a 3D Sunflower, it adds so much texture to the block.

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  82. SherrillMay 4, 2011 at 5:21 PM

    Love that sunflower block..adorable!

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  83. VickiTMay 4, 2011 at 5:58 PM

    LOVE the sunflower Sharon. I am super excited too because my awesome hubby bought me a surprise which was delivered today. I had NO idea he'd done it until I opened the big box that showed up this morning. He's SO good at keeping secrets as opposed to me who practically dances around the house in anticipation of something I've ordered for him to arrive. LOL Anyway, he bought me the Go! Cutter!!!!!!!!!!! Now I can buy your Rose of Sharon dies once I have the money to do so.

    Anyway, congratulations on being on the cover.

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  84. Pat V.May 4, 2011 at 6:07 PM

    Wow, the sunflower block, WOW! Don't have any dies myself, but, WOW! Oh, and did I mention, WOW!

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  85. shortseamMay 4, 2011 at 6:15 PM

    I really like the 3-D sunflower block can't wait to get the pattern!! I do not have a die but bet I can get it really close cutting it out by hand! he he

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  86. JanetMay 4, 2011 at 7:02 PM

    The sunflower block is gorgeous!

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  87. Jeanne in OhioMay 4, 2011 at 7:03 PM

    Cool sunflower block!

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  88. ♥DuffMay 4, 2011 at 7:16 PM

    I just adore your variation--it's spectacular! This is exactly the reason why I would purchase this magazine--quilt blocks like yours!

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  89. JoyceLMMay 4, 2011 at 7:31 PM

    Love the Rose of Sharon variation.

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  90. AnnieofbluegablesMay 4, 2011 at 7:56 PM

    What a beautiful block. I love the sunflower one too. you are so talented. thanks for the chance.
    ~a

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  91. mtnhomequilterMay 4, 2011 at 8:12 PM

    so pretty! and I love the variations of the sunflower too. Dana
    nelfamily at windjammercable dot net

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  92. quilt cookieMay 4, 2011 at 8:19 PM

    beautiful block and I love the sunflower.

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  93. CindyMay 4, 2011 at 8:27 PM

    Congrats on being in the magazine. Your block is wonderful.

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  94. NancyMay 4, 2011 at 8:43 PM

    Love the 3-D!

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  95. AnnieofbluegablesMay 4, 2011 at 8:54 PM

    I love the sunflower. I love the 100 blocks quilt blog tour and I'd LOVE a copy of #3 to add to my other two. Very nice
    ~a

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  96. DebMay 4, 2011 at 9:11 PM

    Love your sunflower block!!!

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  97. AlwayskeptintapMay 4, 2011 at 9:52 PM

    What a beautiful block, Sharon! Great idea for the 3-D petals, too! Thanks! Cathy

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  98. Evelene SMay 4, 2011 at 10:08 PM

    The your Rose of Sharon block for the magazine, it is very pretty. That sunflower block is just too cute.

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  99. kwiltnkatsMay 4, 2011 at 10:10 PM

    Sharon, your designs are fabulous. Love the 3-D idea. Have fun with Sonny and Greta. Sandi

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  100. jrt14May 4, 2011 at 11:18 PM

    Thanks for sharing your 3D sunflower block. What a great design idea. Congratulations on making the magazine cover.

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  101. QuiltSueMay 5, 2011 at 3:57 AM

    I love sunflowers, so this really attracted me.

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  102. debbie mMay 5, 2011 at 8:37 AM

    very vibrant design. I love dimensional. What adorable kids too!

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  103. Marcia W.May 5, 2011 at 2:13 PM

    Your block is lovely - congratulations for the selection for QM 100 Blocks v3. Like the 3-d variation too.

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  104. AnnmarieMay 6, 2011 at 8:18 PM

    Your block is wonderful & the 3-D is such a bonus. Your choice of colors just add to it's "awesomeness!"

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  105. arletteMay 6, 2011 at 10:09 PM

    Your block's gorgeous!!!!, thank you for letting us know how you make it!!!!

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